The nurse is caring for a patient with a goiter. The nurse correctly uses which technique to administer potassium iodide solution?
a. Pour the solution over ice to increase pa-latability.
b. Dilute the solution and administer it through a straw.
c. Administer the solution on an empty sto-mach.
d. Mix the solution with an antacid to reduce gastric irritation.
B
The solution should be diluted and drunk through a straw to avoid staining of teeth.
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1. "Your child has a chemical imbalance of the brain, which leads to altered perceptions." 2. "Your child's hallucinations are caused by medication interactions." 3. "Your child has too little serotonin in the brain, causing delusions and hallucinations." 4. "Your child's abnormal hormonal changes have precipitated auditory hallucinations."
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Which health care provider order should the nurse question?
1. Endotracheal suctioning every hour 2. Endotracheal suctioning as needed 3. Maintain NPO status while client is ventilated 4. Intake and output every 4 hours