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panfilo

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A nurse needs to specifically prevent emboli that may result from IV therapy. The nurse makes sure to:
 
  A. Use a needleless system
  B. Prime the tubing completely
  C. Check for medication compatibility
  D. Select a larger-gauge needle or catheter

Question 2

When assessing the client, the nurse recognizes that special caution should be taken with the IV infusion when noting the presence of:
 
  A. Poor skin turgor
  B. Crackles in the lungs
  C. Decreased blood pressure
  D. Dry skin and mucous membranes


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

B
B. Prime infusion tubing by filling with IV solution: Be certain tubing is clear of air and air bubbles. Large air bubbles can act as emboli.
A. Needleless system does not specifically prevent introduction of emboli.
C. Medication compatibility prevents emboli from precipitate.
D. Catheter size does not contribute to emboli formation.

Answer to Question 2

B
B. Auscultation of crackles or rhonchi in lungs may signal fluid buildup in the lungs due to fluid volume excess.
A. With fluid volume deficit, the pinched skin stays elevated for several seconds.
C. Decreased blood pressure may indicate fluid volume deficit due to a decrease in stroke volume.
D. Dry skin and mucous membranes may indicate dehydration.


panfilo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

nguyenhoanhat

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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