Author Question: Whenever possible, use the metric system in medication prescriptions rather than the apothecary ... (Read 34 times)

leilurhhh · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Whenever possible, use the metric system in medication prescriptions rather than the apothecary system.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

The nurse understands that besides extravasation, pain at the site of an IV infusion can result from:

a. administering medication that is not properly diluted.
b. administering irritating medications too rapidly.
c. the IV catheter touching the wall of the vein.
d. an overload of the circulatory system from hypertonic solutions.

Jayson · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C

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Correct a, b, and c are causes of pain at the site of an IV infusion and should be addressed immediately.
Incorrect d. Overload of the circulatory system from hypertonic solutions is fluid overload.