Early in the first trimester, a woman may complain of morning sickness. The nurse suggests that this may be relieved by:
a. eating something with a high fat content.
b. eating dry crackers before getting up.
c. eating three well-balanced meals.
d. getting rest and taking antiemetics.
B
A remedy for morning sickness is to eat a few dry crackers before getting up.
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a. subclavian artery. b. subclavian vein. c. femoral artery. d. radial vein.
The healthcare provider's order reads, "Administer 5% dextrose solution with normal saline (D5NS) intravenously now.". Which should the nurse implement next?
a. Infuse a bolus of D5NS to the patient now. b. Regulate an intravenous (IV) infusion pump at 125 mL/hour. c. Call the healthcare provider to clarify the order. d. Perform venipuncture with a butterfly needle.