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V@ndy87

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The nurse is working with a graduate nurse to prepare an intravenous dose of potassium. Which statement by the graduate nurse reflects a need for further teaching?
 
  a. We will need to monitor this infusion closely.
  b. The infusion rate should not go over 10 mEq/hr.
  c. The intravenous potassium will be diluted before we give it.
  d. The intravenous potassium dose will be given undiluted.

Question 2

When reviewing the health history of a patient, the nurse will note that a potential contraindication to potassium supplements exists if the patient has which problem?
 
  a. Burns
  b. Diarrhea
  c. Renal disease
  d. Cardiac tachydysrhythmias


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Sophiapenny

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


V@ndy87

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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