What occurs when a dose is given in excess of the total number of times ordered by the physician, on the basis of an expired order, after a drug has been discontinued, or after a drug has been put on hold?

A) Wrong dose error
B) Wrong drug error
C) Unauthorized drug error
D) Commission error

D

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A) Hyperventilation with a bag-valve mask and high-concentration oxygen B) Positive pressure ventilations at 10–12 per minute with oxygen C) Position in a prone position to evacuate water from the lungs D) Application of the AED with the delivery of no more than one shock

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An increase in the amount of time spent at the computer over the years has led to an increase in repetitive strain injuries which include carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis, appendicitis, and tendonitis

A. True B. False

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