Infiltration and phlebitis will both have swelling around the catheter site, but there will also be pain,
redness, and heat around an infiltrated IV site.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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The nurse instructs a client with asthma to always carry a rescue inhaler or quick-relief medication with him at all times. Which of the following would the client most likely carry? Select all that apply
A) Salmeterol (Serevent) B) Metaproterenol (Alupent) C) Tiotropium (Spiriva) D) Albuterol (Proventil) E) Formoterol (Foradil)
The nurse is caring for a patient who has received epoetin alfa (Epogen) 2 to 3 weeks prior to a scheduled surgery. The nurse understands that this patient will likely:
a. require an antibiotic immediately prior to surgery. b. have difficulty with blood clotting fol-lowing surgery. c. not require a blood transfusion during surgery. d. develop an electrolyte imbalance during surgery.
Medications that are titrated based on patient response must be administered using an _________
__________ _________. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which nursing role may not be legally delegated to the LPN/LVN?
A) Assessment of the client B) Implementation of client care C) Monitoring of client condition D) Management of client care