When paper charts are filed alphabetically, the file system must be reorganized periodically. Why is this necessary?

The delivery of any medication that is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract is called __________________________________________ drug administration

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

While visiting a patient who has been receiving transtracheal O2 therapy for 6 months, you note marked erythema and swelling at the stoma site. Which of the following actions would be appro-priate at this time?

a. Question the patient and family about their cleaning methods. b. Promptly report your observations to the prescribing physician. c. Liberally apply tincture of benzoin to the stoma site. d. Flush the catheter and the tubing with H2O2.