Practice Question
A nurse is preparing to transcribe a prescription for a client that reads "ondansetron 8 mg by mouth every 12 hr PRN."
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Reason
Rationale:
A complete PRN prescription must include dose, route, frequency, and reason for administration.
“Reason” is missing in this order.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4