The patient is treated for hyperkalemia and CCRT is initiated. Which actions will you delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) who are working with you to care for this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A. Replace the ECG electrodes.
B. Check the dialysis tubing for clot formation.
C. Monitor for changes in orientation.
D. Inspect the oral mucosa for dryness or cracking.
E. Obtain a blood pressure and urine output hourly.
Question 2
The health care provider prescribes these orders. Which will you implement first?
A. Decrease IV fluids from 100 mL to 50 mL/hr.
B. Administer calcium chloride (Kalcinate) 1000 mg IV.
C. Give sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) 15 g.
D. Notify the dialysis department to prepare for continuous renal replacement therapy (CCRT).
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