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Tazate

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The primary reason for using an IV infusion pump is to save the nurse time.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The purpose of an IV filter is to remove particulate matter.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Correct Electronic infusion pumps are used 1) to maintain the patency of the vascular access by maintaining constant pressure and 2) to provide more accurate IV flow rates than the conventional gravity method of administration.
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