An adult client has a prescription for IV (intravenous) pantoprazole 40 mg every twelve hours. The client has a history of a peptic (stomach) ulcer and is being treated in the acute care unit for esophagitis. The nurse retrieves the medication from the automated medication dispensing system (Pyxis), and notices that the vial containing the medication is in powder form. After ensuring the correct medication, the nurse references the directions on how to reconstitute the medication to give it intravenously. The directions read: Reconstitute Pantoprazole with 10 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride injection, USP, to a final concentration of approximately 4mg/1mL. The nurse reconstitutes the medication as directed. How many mLs should the nurse administer to the client?
Kevin is convicted of theft and ordered by the court to pay…
Kevin is convicted of theft and ordered by the court to pay back the victim for the value of the stolen items. This payment is not a punishment to the state, but compensation directly to the victim for their loss. What is this form of punishment called?
James is serving probation for a drug offense. After failing…
James is serving probation for a drug offense. After failing multiple drug tests and missing several appointments with his probation officer, the court decides to cancel his probation and send him to prison to serve the remainder of his sentence behind bars. What is this action called?
The common-law practice that allowed judges to suspend punis…
The common-law practice that allowed judges to suspend punishment so that convicted offenders could seek a pardon, gather new evidence, or demonstrate that they had reformed their behavior.
The early release of a prisoner from imprisonment subject to…
The early release of a prisoner from imprisonment subject to conditions set by correctional authorities. This is known as probation.
After being found guilty of driving under the influence, Mar…
After being found guilty of driving under the influence, Maria is ordered to pay a sum of money to the court as a penalty for breaking the law. This payment goes to the government and is separate from any victim compensation. What type of monetary punishment is this?
Criminal activity that involves violation of rules and laws…
Criminal activity that involves violation of rules and laws designed to protect people, the environment. This is known as blue-collar crimes.
What is the molar mass of vanadium (III) hydroxide?
What is the molar mass of vanadium (III) hydroxide?
Label each of the following statements as “True” or “False”.
Label each of the following statements as “True” or “False”.
In which of the following reactions is HCl being reduced?
In which of the following reactions is HCl being reduced?