When preparing dantrolene for administration to a client the nurse should:
a. rotate the vial until the fluid is clear.
b. inform the client what the medication is and why it is being given.
c. administer the medication slowly IV.
d. assess the client for manifestations of malignant hypertension
ANS: A
Feedback
A Correct: When preparing dantrolene, the vial must be rotated until the drug is clear before drawing up the medication.
B Incorrect: This is done prior to administering the medication, not while preparing it.
C Incorrect: This is done during administration of the medication.
D Incorrect: This drug is used for malignant hyperthermia, not malignant hypertension.
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