Which finding would the nurse expect in a patient receiving a drug that activates alpha1 receptors?
1. Vasodilation
2. Constricted pupils
3. Elevated blood pressure
4. Bleeding
Correct Answer: 3
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A) "I need to avoid pushing or pulling on an arm or leg." B) "I must carefully lift the baby from under the armpits." C) "I should not bend an arm or leg into an awkward position." D) "We must avoid lifting the legs by the ankles to change diapers."
A patient is prescribed 50 mg of amphotericin B (Fungizone) by intravenous infusion in 500 mL of dextrose 5% in water (D5W) over 6 hours. How many milliliters (mL) per minute should you set the pump to infuse?
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Which of the following can the charge nurse delegate to an LPN/LVN certified in medication administration? Select all that apply
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