Which of the following is NOT a crystalloid?
A. Whole blood
B. Five percent dextrose in water
C. Normal saline
D. Lactated ringers
Ans: A. Whole blood
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A. Urticaria. B. Light-headiness. C. Sedation. D. Palpitations.
A client is about to begin drug therapy for osteomyelitis. What information regarding this treatment would be most appropriate for the nurse to provide to the client?
A. "You will need to remain in the hospital for the duration of the treatment." B. "You will need to undergo treatment with IV antibiotics for several weeks." C. "Only close family members may be permitted to visit while you are receiving treatment." D. "Once the IV medications are completed, the infection is considered cured, and no further treatment is needed."
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is of highest priority for the client presenting with hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS)?
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A major difference between physostigmine and neostigmine is that physostigmine:
1. is not as effective for treating poisoning by muscarinic-blocking drugs. 2. can readily cross the blood-brain barrier. 3. is devoid of side effects. 4. cannot reverse the effects of neuromuscular blockers.