Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who requires a transfusion of one unit of packed RBCs. The nurse receives the following prescription: 'Diphenhydramine 50 mg by mouth once, one hour prior to transfusion.' The nurse should identify this as which of the following types of prescription?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Single prescription. This is because the prescription is for a specific medication (Diphenhydramine) to be taken at a specific time (one hour prior to transfusion) for a single event (transfusion of packed RBCs). A single prescription is used for a one-time order.
A: PRN prescription would not be appropriate in this scenario as it is used for medications to be given as needed, not for a specific one-time event like a transfusion.
B: Standing prescription is for medications to be given on an ongoing basis, not for a one-time event like a transfusion.
C: Stat prescription is used for medications needed immediately or urgently, which does not apply to the timing specified in this scenario.
Therefore, the correct choice is D as it aligns with the specific nature of the prescription given for the one-time administration of Diphenhydramine prior to the packed RBC transfusion.
A: PRN prescription would not be appropriate in this scenario as it is used for medications to be given as needed, not for a specific one-time event like a transfusion.
B: Standing prescription is for medications to be given on an ongoing basis, not for a one-time event like a transfusion.
C: Stat prescription is used for medications needed immediately or urgently, which does not apply to the timing specified in this scenario.
Therefore, the correct choice is D as it aligns with the specific nature of the prescription given for the one-time administration of Diphenhydramine prior to the packed RBC transfusion.