Author Question: Dextrose 5 and 0.45 (1/2) normal saline is a commonly used IV solution in many acute health care ... (Read 33 times)

big1devin · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Dextrose 5 and 0.45 (1/2) normal saline is a commonly used IV solution in many acute health care settings. The nurse understands that this solution is used because:

a. It is a hypertonic solution used for hydration.
b. It is a hypotonic solution used to promote renal perfusion.
c. It is an isotonic solution used to maintain fluid and electrolyte homeostasis.
d. It is preferred over other hypotonic solutions.

Question 2

When setting up an intravenous infusion the nurse understands that he or she must:

a. use clean technique.
b. confirm the prescription for the IV infusion.
c. explain the procedure to the client.
d. use aseptic technique.

sarajane1989 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: This solution is hypertonic and is used for hydration and to treat severe dehydration, sodium depletion, and other conditions requiring increased fluid perfusion.
B Incorrect: Dextrose 5 and 0.45 normal saline is a hypertonic solution.
C Incorrect: Dextrose 5 and 0.45 normal saline is a hypertonic solution.
D Incorrect: Dextrose 5 and 0.45 normal saline is a hypertonic solution.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: Aseptic technique must be used to prevent serious and sometimes fatal infections.
B Incorrect: This should be performed prior to setting up an intravenous infusion.
C Incorrect: This is done before setting up the intravenous infusion.
D Correct: Aseptic technique must be used to prevent serious and sometimes fatal infections.