Why is it important to use two identifiers when administering medications?

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Question 1 of 5

Why is it important to use two identifiers when administering medications?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Using two identifiers ensures the correct client receives the medication, reducing the risk of errors.

Question 2 of 5

Ordered: 2000 mL of NS over 24 hours with a maximum total IV fluids at 2000 mL daily. IVPB of gentamicin 100 mg in 50 mL of D5W q6h over 30 minutes is also ordered. Calculate the rate of the NS using an electronic controller.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Total gentamicin volume = 50 mL * 4 = 200 mL; NS volume = 2000 - 200 = 1800 mL; Rate = 1800 / 22 hr (24 - 2 hr for IVPB) ≈ 81.81 mL/hr.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following is not a retractor used during surgery

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: DHS (Dynamic Hip Screw) is an orthopedic implant, not a retractor.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following is not used for surgical scrub

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Glutaraldehyde is a sterilant, not used for surgical hand scrubbing.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following cannot be used for sealing of blood vessels

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Doppler scan is for imaging, not sealing vessels.

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