Round your answer to the nearest whole number. The physician orders a lidocaine IV drip to infuse at 3 mg/min for premature ventricular contractions. The medication is supplied in 1 g/250 mL of D5W. Calculate the flow rate in milliliters per hour
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45 mL/h
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A nurse demonstrating respect for a colleague he doesn't like is an important part of effective collaboration
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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A) Immediately obtain a specimen to determine the client's blood drug concentration. B) Suggest that the client take the medication with meals or snacks. C) Assist the client in minimizing exposure to stressors. D) Encourage the client to elevate the affected hand on a pillow.
After the patient returns from surgery, you should take the vital signs
A) immediately, then every 5 minutes thereafter. B) immediately, then every 15 minutes for an hour or until stable. C) immediately, then every 30 minutes for 2 hours. D) hourly for the remainder of the shift.