Practice Question
A nurse is administering oral medications to patients. Which action will the nurse take?
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Correct Answer:
Measure liquid medication by bringing liquid medication cup to eye level.
Rationale:
🟢 When administering liquid medications, the nurse must bring the medication cup to eye level to accurately read the meniscus (the curve formed at the surface of the liquid).
🟢 This technique prevents dosing errors caused by parallax error—an incorrect measurement from looking at the cup from above or below.
🟢 Proper technique ensures the client receives the prescribed dose, especially for medications where accuracy is critical, such as anticoagulants or antiepileptics.
🟢 It also demonstrates adherence to safe medication administration practices taught in nursing fundamentals.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🤱🏼Maternity & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4