Which parenteral potassium order is safe for the nurse to implement?
A)
10 mEq KCL s.q.
B)
Dilute 20 mEq KCl in 3 mL of NS and give IV push.
C)
Add 20 mEq of KCl to 1000 mL of IV fluid.
D)
10 mEq KCl IV over 1–2 minutes
C
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a. withholding any pain medication so the client can concentrate better b. ensuring that the client is in a comfortable position and does not have to go to the bathroom c. scheduling sessions after activities such as physical therapy so the client will be relaxed d. planning teaching sessions before bed so the client can retain information before sleep
Which of the following drugs are considered to be antiplatelet drugs? Select all that apply
a. Ardeparin (Normiflo) b. Aspirin c. Dipyridamole (Persantine) d. Pentoxifylline (Trental) e. Ticlopidine (Ticlid)
A bluish color to the cervix during pregnancy is called (the):
a. McDonald sign. b. Spinnbarkeit. c. Goodell sign. d. Chadwick sign.
Which statement made by an RN regarding delegation indicates the need for additional teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) can assess vital signs during the first 5 minutes for a patient who is receiving a blood transfusion because a reaction at this time is unlikely. b. An LPN/LVN can administer a PPD (tuberculin skin test) if there is no history of a positive PPD. c. When dopamine is ordered continuously, the LPN/LVN can administer dopamine at a low dose for the purpose of increasing renal perfusion. d. UAPs can transfer a patient who is being discharged home from the wheelchair to the bed if they have received training and demonstrated competency. e. Responsibility can be delegated to the UAP, but the delegator retains accountability.