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A child requires administration of intravenous (IV) medication. Which of these actions must the nurse take while the child is receiving this treatment?
 
  a. Check the fluid and medication with another nurse before hanging it.
  b. Administer a push dose before the rest of the solution is hung.
  c. Assess the administration site hourly.
  d. Be sure the solution has infused before the designated administration time.

Question 2

A client undergoing treatment for cocaine addiction is at risk for which of these complications?
 
  a. heart attack c. stroke
  b. relapse d. suicide


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Nursing care of the child receiving IV fluids, medication, or both includes assessment of the site every hour for signs and symptoms of infiltration.

Answer to Question 2

D
Cocaine use can lead to heart damage, hypertension, stroke, respiratory problems, and a decreased sense of smell. When mixed with alcohol, cocaine is more toxic.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Wow, this really help

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