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waynest

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on: Jul 24, 2018
Regional anesthetics do not pass through the placenta; therefore, there is no risk to the fetus.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

The nurse's client is using PCA morphine sulfate for pain management postoperatively; the nurse understand's the responsibility to:
 
  a. monitor the IV site for infiltration and phlebitis.
  b. administer a bolus dose of epidural morphine sulfate every four hours.
  c. push the button for the client, if incapacitated.
  d. assess the client's level of comfort.


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kmb352

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: F

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Correct Regional anesthetics can pass through the placenta and cause bradycardia in the fetus.
Incorrect

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, D

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Correct a. and d. are nursing responsibilities when caring for a client using PCA.
Incorrect b. is the responsibility of the health care provider; the nurse should not push the dosing button for the client.


waynest

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM

helenmarkerine

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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