A solution of 10,000 units heparin in 500 mL D5W is to infuse via volumetric pump at 400 units/hr. Calculate the flow rate in mL/hr
What will be an ideal response?
20 mL/hr
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A nurse understands that the pathophysiology of Parkinson's Disease includes which of the fol-lowing? (Select all that apply.)
a. A deficiency of the neurotransmitter do-pamine b. An inability of the neurons to absorb do-pamine c. A reduction of dopamine receptors d. An accumulation of Lewy Bodies, espe-cially in the basal ganglia e. The presence of neurofibrillary tangles and amyloid plaques in the brain
An adolescent client diagnosed with cystic fibrosis suddenly becomes noncompliant with the medication regimen. Which nursing intervention would most likely improve compliance?
1. Give the client a computer-animated game that presents information on the management of cystic fibrosis. 2. Set up a meeting with other adolescents with the cystic fibrosis who have been managing their disease effectively. 3. Arrange for the primary healthcare provider to sit down and talk to the client about the risks related to noncompliance with medications. 4. Discuss with the client's parents that privileges, such as a cell phone, can be taken away if compliance fails to improve.