Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Q 2

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The nurse has a preop order to administer valium (Diazepam) 10mg and phenergan (Promethazine) 25mg. The correct method of administering these medications is to:

  

     A. Administer the medications together in one syringe

     B. Administer the medication separately

     C. Administer the Valium, wait 5 minutes, and then inject the Phenergan

     D. Question the order because they cannot be given at the same time

    

    

Correct Answer: B. Administer the medication separately

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Medications should not be mixed in one syringe unless indicated by the physician.

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Option A: Valium is not given in the same syringe with other medications.

Option C: It is not necessary to wait to inject the second medication. Valium is an antianxiety medication, and Phenergan is used as an antiemetic.

Option D: These medications can be given to the same client.

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