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Collmarie

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A nurse is carrying out an order to remove an indwelling catheter. What is the first step of this skill?
 
  A) Deflate the balloon by aspirating the fluid.
  B) Ask the client to take several deep breaths.
  C) Tell the client burning may initially occur.
  D) Wash hands and put on gloves.

Question 2

A nurse is educating a client on the amount of water to drink each day. What is the recommended daily fluid intake for adults?
 
  A) 1 to 2 (4-oz) glasses per day
  B) 5 to 6 (6-oz) glasses per day
  C) 8 to 10 (8-oz) glasses per day
  D) 16 to 20 (12-oz) glasses per day


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Although all the steps listed are correct, the first step of any skill involving body fluids is to wash hands and don gloves.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Adults with no disease-related fluid restrictions should drink 2,000 to 2,400 mL (8 to 10 8-oz glasses) of fluid daily. Monitor fluid intake for those that are high in caffeine, sodium, and sugar.


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