The nurse understands that the proper solution for administration ...

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The nurse understands that the proper solution for administration of amphotericin B (Fungizone) is:
 
  a. normal saline. c. Ringer's lactate.
  b. dextrose 5 in water. d. any sterile IV solution.

Question 2

Prior to administering vidarabine (Vira-A) to a client, the nurse should:
 
  a. inquire if the client is pregnant c. inquire if the client is allergic to eggs
  b. prepare to administer it orally d. prepare an intramuscular injection

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: Amphotericin B is incompatible with normal saline.
B Correct: IV solutions of amphotericin should be added to infusion of dextrose and water only.
C Incorrect: Amphotericin B is incompatible with LR.
D Incorrect: IV solutions of amphotericin should be added to infusion of dextrose and water only.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Vidarabine should not be administered to pregnant clients.
B Incorrect: Vidarabine is administered intravenously.
C Incorrect: Egg allergies do not pose a risk to a client receiving vidarabine.
D Incorrect: Vidarabine is administered intravenously.

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Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it