NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

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A client asks why a medication with a lethal dose measure is prescribed. What is the best response by the nurse?

All that means is that the drug could be lethal, but I will watch your side effects
Don't worry about that, I'll have your healthcare provider explain it to you
It is a value determined during research, which helps determine the safe dose to give
It just refers to what is done in research; it is not used by healthcare providers prescribing drugs

The correct answer is: It is a value determined during research, which helps determine the safe dose to give

The best response for the nurse to provide in this scenario is option C: "It is a value determined during research, which helps determine the safe dose to give." This answer effectively explains to the client that the lethal dose measurement is a crucial component of drug research that helps healthcare providers establish the safest dose to administer to patients. It demonstrates professionalism and provides the client with a clear and informative response.