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Reconstitution meds

Pharmacology 212

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Which resource would the nurse consult to obtain reconstitution information when no directions are available with the medication? Physician’s desk reference (PDR), Pharmacy,Hospital drug formulary
Place in order the steps to be followed when reconstituting a medication in a multidose vial. 1, Cleanse rubber diaphragm of both vials.
2. Pull plunger back to fill with the amount of air equal to diluent amount.
3 Inject air and withdraw diluent from vial.
4 Inject diluent into medication to be reconstituted.
5 Gently roll vial to mix powder with diluent.
6 Withdraw prescribed dose of medication.
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