The nurse prepares to infuse an IV antibiotic that has been added to a 100 mL piggyback bag using tubing labeled as 15 drops per milliliter. The IV should infuse in 30 minutes. The correct drip rate is ____________________ drops per minute
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
50
fifty
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The patient is reportedly well educated and employed as an engineer, but is struggling to comprehend terms found in health-related literature given to explain his disease process. This is evidence of:
a. low literacy. b. psychomotor dysfunction. c. affective domain deficiency. d. low health literacy.
The nurse explains that the purpose of a sitz bath is to reduce inflammation in the perineal and anal area. What is the least amount of time the nurse will instruct for a sitz bath?
a. 10 to 15 minutes b. 20 to 30 minutes c. 30 to 40 minutes d. 1 hour
A client diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis receives a prescription for indomethacin. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate the need for further instruction about this medication?
1. "I have to let my doctor know if I need to start blood pressure medications." 2. "I have to make sure I get my kidneys tested as scheduled." 3. "I need to get my eyes checked regularly." 4. "This medication shouldn't upset my stomach."
Which injury prevention strategies should the nurse include in the plan of care for a pediatric client who is diagnosed with muscular dystrophy?
1. Develop a home fire evacuation plan. 2. Provide information regarding oxygen safety. 3. Recommend the use of portable generator. 4. Teach safe transfer methods. 5. Perform neurovascular checks every 2 hours.