Your protocols call for a dopamine infusion beginning at 5 micrograms per kilogram per minute. You estimate that your patient weighs 190 pounds. Using a standard dopamine concentration of 800 mg in 500 mL, at what drip rate (in drops/minute) will you need to administer the infusion using microdrip tubing?
A) 27
B) 432
C) 4
D) 16
D
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A) Athletes B) People who have had bariatric surgery C) Alcoholics D) Vegetarians
Calculate the flow rate at which you will program the electronic infusion regulator for these IV orders. 3,200 mL D5W IV in 24 hr by controllerFlow rate: __________ mL / hr
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A) remove him from the mechanical ventilator and ventilate him manually. B) check the settings on the ventilator to ensure that it is functioning properly. C) detach the ventilator, suction the tracheostomy tube, and reassess the patient. D) remove the ventilator tubing and place an oxygen mask over the tracheostomy tube.
Which of the following pathogens is transmitted through contact with open wounds or sores?
A) Pertussis B) Staphylococcus C) Varicella D) Meningitis