What would be a nursing priority when assessing a patient who weighs 250 pounds and stands 5' 3" tall?
A) Assess the HDL/LDL levels
B) Obtain an electrocardiogram daily
C) Assess blood pressure with a large cuff
D) Begin patient teaching regarding a low fat diet
Ans: C
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A. TGGACTTGCAGCGAT B. ACCTGAACGTCGCTA C. UGGACUUGCAGCGAU D. ACCUGAACGUCGCUA
The patient is to receive heparin 1700 units/hr using an available solution of 25,000 units heparin in 1000 mL NS. Calculate the flow rate in mL/hr
What will be an ideal response?