The nurse is caring for a client receiving an intravenous infusion via an electronic infusion device. The device begins to alarm and the nurse addresses this problem as soon as possible because the alarm:
a. is annoying to the client.
b. indicates an increase in the rate of the infusion.
c. denotes the presence of pain at the infusion site.
d. indicates that the infusion is not flowing properly.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This is not the rationale for the nurse's action.
B Incorrect: This is not the rationale for the nurse's action and is a false statement.
C Incorrect: This is not a function of an electronic infusion device.
D Correct: When an electronic infusion device alarm sounds, it indicates the infusion is not flowing properly.
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