What would the nurse assess for in a preterm infant receiving an intravenous infusion containing calcium gluconate?
a. Seizures
b. Bradycardia
c. Dysrhythmias
d. Tetany
ANS: B
The infant receiving intravenous calcium gluconate should be monitored for bradycardia.
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