While preparing a liquid medication,the nurse:

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Pour liquid medication into a medication cup while holding the cup at eye level so you can accurately see the desired amount.The amount of poured liquid should be even with the base of the meniscus.
Pour liquid medications away from a label to ensure that liquid will not run down a label,making it difficult to read.Draw liquid medication into a syringe (without a needle)slowly to prevent air bubbles from entering the syringe.Air displaces medications,which leads to inaccurate measurement of doses.The amount of poured liquid should be even with the base of the meniscus.

While Preparing a Liquid Medication,the Nurse