The physician orders an IV of 5% dextrose in normal saline (0.45% sodium chloride) to infuse over a 10-hour period. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
a. Monitor intake and output (I&O) every shift.
b. Monitor weight daily.
c. Flush with heparin solution intermittently.
d. Monitor lung sounds every 4 hours.
e. Monitor IV site for infiltration.
f. Monitor blood sugar levels.
a. Monitor intake and output (I&O) every shift.
d. Monitor lung sounds every 4 hours.
e. Monitor IV site for infiltration.
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