ATI Nurs 180 Phamacology | Nurselytic

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Correct Answer: A. Wait for at least another 30 minutes before calling to have the level drawn.


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1. Peak drug levels are typically drawn 30 minutes to 2 hours after oral medication administration to capture the highest concentration.
2. Waiting an additional 30 minutes ensures the medication has had sufficient time to be absorbed and reach peak levels.
3. Drawing the level too soon may result in inaccurate results, potentially leading to incorrect dosing adjustments.
4. Waiting the additional time aligns with best practices for peak drug level monitoring.

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B. Scheduling in 8 hours is too delayed for peak levels.
C. Drawing the level immediately does not allow for the medication to reach peak levels.
D. Waiting until the next day is too late for peak levels to be accurately assessed.

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