A patient with hypokalemia has potassium chloride 40 mEq twice a day per gastric tube ordered. The potassium elixir is supplied in a 40 mEq per 30-mL concentration. How many milliliters would the nurse administer with each dose? ___________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
30 mL
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a. "Tagamet stimulates intestinal movement so you can eat more." b. "It improves fluid retention, which helps prevent hypovolemic shock." c. "It helps prevent stomach ulcers, which are common after burns." d. "Tagamet protects the kidney from damage caused by dehydration."
Designing a plan to ensure the staff knows about the manager?s open -door policy is an example of which method of gaining employee cooperation?
1. Rewards and punishment 2. Interpersonal communication 3. Organizational power 4. Personal self-confidence
The nurse has been providing nutritional education to a patient. Which statement would indicate the patient understands the information regarding low-sodium foods?
1. "I should look for foods with ‘reduced sodium' on the label.". 2. "I should purchase canned vegetables.". 3. "I should avoid foods whose labels indicate they are smoked or cured.". 4. "Most fruit juices are naturally high in sodium.".
Which skill is most important to a nurse working as a member of a community mental health team that strives to use a seamless continuum of care?
a. Case management b. Diagnostic ability c. Physical assessment skills d. Patients' rights advocacy