Which of these steps is essential when the nurse is preparing to ...

[haleyc112]

Which of these steps is essential when the nurse is preparing to suction a client's tracheostomy?
 
  a. Administer oxygen or use an Ambu bag before beginning procedure.
  b. Change the client's inner cannula.
  c. Cover the tracheostomy ties with a clean towel.
  d. Set up sterile hydrogen peroxide to use for rinsing the suction catheter.

Question 2

When a client is being treated with magnesium sulfate for preeclampsia, which of these drugs must be kept in a syringe at the client's bedside ready for administration if signs of magnesium toxicity are noted?
 
  a. Apresoline c. Trandate
  b. calcium gluconate d. Valium

[iman]

Answer to Question 1

A
Prior to performing suctioning, administer oxygen or use Ambu bag to hyperventilate the client, preventing hypoxemia.

Answer to Question 2

B
Magnesium sulfate is the medication of choice for preeclampsia. Respirations must be at least 12, urine output at least 30 cc/hour, and deep tendon reflexes normal before the client can receive the medication. The client should be monitored for signs of magnesium toxicity, and a syringe of calcium gluconate must be kept at the client's bedside ready for administration.

[haleyc112]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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