Multiple Choice
The standing orders for a patient include acetaminophen (Tylenol) 650 mg every 4 hours prn for headache.After assessing the patient,identifying the need for headache relief,and determining that the patient has not had Tylenol in the past 4 hours,the nurse
A) Notifies the health care provider to obtain a verbal order.
B) Directs the nursing assistant to give the Tylenol.
C) Administers the Tylenol.
D) Performs a pain assessment only after administering the Tylenol.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
Verified
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