Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
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The nurse working in an extended care facility transcribes a prescription from the health care provider for a single daily dose of 150 mg of ranitidine; this is to be taken orally at bedtime for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Of the following prescriptions, which one is transcribed correctly?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Ranitidine 150 mg PO at bedtime accurately specifies the dose, route, and timing (qhs = at bedtime). Other options are less precise or redundant (e.g., ÔÇÿqd nightlyÔÇÖ).