The nurse is preparing to administer dopamine. Which is the correct technique for administering dopamine?
a. Orally
b. Intravenous (IV) push injection
c. Intermittent IV infusions (IV piggyback)
d. Continuous IV infusion with an infusion pump
ANS: D
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The nurse notes the presence of crusted lesions on the lips and inside the client's mouth along the cheek during an assessment. Which condition should the nurse suspect the client is experiencing?
A. Herpes simplex. B. Psoriasis. C. Contact dermatitis. D. Chickenpox.
When the president declares a federal emergency, the agency responsible for managing all ongoing health and medical services is the
a. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention b. American Red Cross c. U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) d. Federal Emergency Management Agency