The medication order is to give pethedine 100 stat. that mean you will give it.. two times as needed

The medication order is to give pethedine 100 stat. that mean you will give it:

• 1. now for one time
• 2. two times as needed
• 3. three times daily
• 4. once daily

The correct answer is 1. now for one time.

The term "stat" in a medication order means "immediately" or "as soon as possible". Therefore, the medication should be given to the patient right away.

The other options are incorrect:

• Two times as needed means that the medication should be given to the patient two times if they are still experiencing pain or other symptoms.
• Three times daily means that the medication should be given to the patient three times a day, regardless of whether they are experiencing any symptoms.
• Once daily means that the medication should be given to the patient once a day, at the same time each day.