A nurse is assisting with the planning of an in-service for a group of newly licensed nurses about transcribing prescriptions from a provider. Which of the following examples should the nurse include as an approved abbreviation?
QD
HS
SQ
PO
The Correct Answer is D
A. QD (every day) is not an approved abbreviation due to the potential for misinterpretation, so it should not be used.
B. HS (at bedtime) is also not recommended as it can be confused with "half-strength," so it is not an approved abbreviation.
C. SQ (subcutaneous) is not commonly used in current practice as abbreviations may lead to errors; the term should be written out as "subcut" or "subcutaneously."
D. PO (by mouth) is an accepted and approved abbreviation used to indicate that a medication is to be taken orally, making it the correct choice for inclusion in the in-service.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Asking each nurse for information about the problem is essential, but it should occur after addressing the immediate need for privacy.
B. Listening to the concerns of each staff nurse is important, but doing so in a private area ensures confidentiality and reduces further escalation.
C. Discussing ways to resolve the conflict is necessary, but first creating a safe and private environment is vital for open communication.
D. Moving the staff nurses to a private area is the first step to ensure they can discuss their conflict without external pressures or interruptions, which facilitates a more constructive dialogue.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
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B. Spraying the extinguisher from side to side at the base of the fire is the correct technique for using a fire extinguisher, indicating the client understands proper fire safety.
C. Attempting to extinguish a fire before calling the fire department can be dangerous; the client should call for help first if the fire is large or spreading.
D. A Class A extinguisher is suitable for ordinary combustibles like wood and paper, but for electrical fires, a Class C extinguisher should be used, indicating a misunderstanding of fire extinguisher types.