The nurse is caring for an elderly client who has not seen a plastic IV solution container before. The nurse explains the advantages of the plastic bag as including:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply

1. Plastic containers are lightweight
2. Plastic containers are rigid
3. Plastic containers are vented systems
4. Plastic containers are collapsible
5. Plastic containers are inert


1,4
Rationale: Plastic containers are lightweight when compared to glass containers

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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