ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Exam 2 Updated 2024
ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Exam 2 Updated 2024 ( 57 Questions)
A nurse is preparing to administer a levothyroxine 50 mcg tablet PO to a client who is receiving an enteral feeding through an NG tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Levothyroxine absorption may be impaired if mixed with enteral feeding formulas.It should be given separately.
Dissolving the tablet in water ensures proper administration through an NG tube.
Flushing the tube helps ensure that the entire medication dose reaches the client.The tube should be flushed with water before and after administering the medication.
The client should be positioned in a semi-Fowler's position while the drug is being administered.
A. Levothyroxine absorption may be impaired if mixed with enteral feeding formulas.
It should be given separately.
B. Dissolving the tablet in water ensures proper administration through an NG tube.
C. Flushing the tube helps ensure that the entire medication dose reaches the client.
The tube should be flushed with water before and after administering the medication.
D. The client should be positioned in a semi-Fowler's position while the drug is being administered.