A solution of 8000 units of heparin in 500 mL D5W is to infuse at 230 units/hr. Calculate the flow rate in mL/hr
What will be an ideal response?
14 mL/hr
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a. "You agreed to take this prescription. You must avoid herbal remedies." b. "What herbs and special foods do you plan to use?" c. "Will your treatment include yoga or meditation?" d. "Will you do special breathing exercises?"
The nurse caring for a client with a terminal illness in the long-term care facility talks with the client during the morning bath
After lunch, the nurse finds the client difficult to arouse, with cool cyanotic hands and mottling of the lower extremities. The nurse's priority action is to: 1. Notify the family that the client's death is imminent. 2. Notify the physician of the change in the client's condition. 3. Call 911 to have the client transferred to the acute care facility. 4. Attempt to stimulate the client to increase activity in order to improve perfusion.
The patient interview consists of three phases: orientation (introductory), working, and termination. Each phase contributes to the development of trust and engagement between the nurse and the patient
During the orientation phase of the interview, the nurse should: a. obtain demographic data using open-ended questions. b. establish the name by which the patient prefers to be addressed. c. gather general information using closed-ended questions. d. stand by the bedside to ask the needed questions.