The nurse is admitting a client from the Emergency Department with a diagnosis of metabolic alkalosis. Appropriate treatment and nursing interventions for this client include: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Administer chloride.
2. Administer oxygen.
3. Maintain a patent IV.
4. Encourage fluids.
5. Encourage ambulation.
1,2,3,4
Rationale: Chloride will be administered to facilitate the excretion of bicarbonate by the kidneys.
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a. 20 b. 24 c. 28 d. 30
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a. dilantin. b. multivitamin. c. penicillin. d. tetracycline.