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Chapter 01: Pharmacology and the Nursing Process in LPN Practice
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1. II! The LPN is collecting data for the initial assessment of a patient upon admission to a
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a. Obtain any special equipment that will be needed to give the patient’s drug.
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b. Monitor the patient for a response to the drug given.
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c. Collect data about the patient and the patient’s health condition.
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d. Review the nursing care plan to verify that it is accurate. ANS: C
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Collecting and documenting data about the patient and the patient’s health condition is a critical
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