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krzymel

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Which solution should be used when a blood transfusion is administered?
 
  a. dextrose 5 in water c. normal saline
  b. Ringer's lactate d. dextrose 10 in wa-ter

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The anesthesiologist has ordered continued pulse oximetry readings for a postoperative client. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate?
 
  1. Remove the pulse oximeter sensor every 8 hours to prevent skin irritation and possible breakdown.
  2. Anticipate gaining as much information from the pulse oximeter readings as from arterial blood gas values.
  3. Place the pulse oximeter sensor on the same extremity as the blood pressure cuff if possible.
  4. Use pulse oximetry measurements along with the other assessment data.



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Answer to Question 1

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As a precaution against a blood transfusion reaction, a bag of normal saline should be prepared as a secondary infusion system. Use only normal saline with a blood product. Blood transfusions are incompatible with dextrose and with Ringer's solution.

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krzymel

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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