If a newborn requires epinephrine and peripheral venous access is unsuccessful, you should:
A) cannulate the umbilical vein.
B) insert an IO catheter.
C) perform intubation immediately.
D) inject the drug directly into a vein.
Answer: A) cannulate the umbilical vein.
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1. Natural active immunity. 2. Artificial active immunity. 3. Natural acquired immunity. 4. Artificial acquired passive immunity.
The nurse is caring for a patient using a 5-lead continuous cardiac monitor system. To monitor lead V6, where does the nurse place the chest electrode?
A) Fourth intercostal space on right sternal border B) Right shoulder on muscle tissue close to bone C) Left shoulder on muscle tissue close to bone D) Fifth intercostal space on left mid-axillary line
The nurse is coordinating the care of victims who arrive at the ED after a radiation leak at a nearby nuclear plant. What would be the first intervention initiated when victims arrive at the hospital?
A) Administer prophylactic antibiotics. B) Survey the victims using a radiation survey meter. C) Irrigate victims' open wounds. D) Perform soap and water decontamination.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).