Why should the nurse avoid maintaining clients on simple IV solutions such as dextrose in water longer than 1 to 2 days?
A) Dextrose in water is nutritionally and calorically inadequate.
B) Dextrose in water has high potential for severe adverse effects.
C) Dextrose in water is not as effective as complex solutions.
D) Dextrose in water carries a high risk of getting contaminated.
A
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A) 10 to 15 cm H20 B) 15 to 20 cm H20 C) 20 to 25 cm H20 D) 25 to 30 cm H20
The primary purpose of licensure is protection of the ___________
Fill in the blank with the correct words.
Which of the following is a dietary supplement?
A. an analgesic B. a weight-loss aid C. an herbal preparation D. a cough and cold remedy
The client has just begun highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) for the treatment of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Which teaching point is a priority for this client?
1. Medications must be taken for 3 years after viral load is not measurable. 2. The goal of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) is to reduce plasma human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) ribonucleic acid (RNA) to the lowest possible level. 3. Taking medications as scheduled is vital to successful treatment. 4. Know which medications target which phases of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) replication cycle.