Which of the following provides the best practice for the graduate nurse in the administration and regulation of intravenous fluids to clients?
A) Nursing supervisor
B) The physician
C) Nursing instructor
D) State licensing board
D
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The state nurse practice act specifies the qualifications and regulations for scope of practice of nurses. In addition, the nurse must follow the policies/procedures of the institution in which presently employed. The nursing supervisor should be able to provide guidance to a new employee but is not the ultimate authority. The nursing instructor prepares the educational track for learning but does not provide guidance in employment situations. The physician initiates the orders for IV therapy but does not provide nursing guidance.
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