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HCHenry

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A patient is admitted with hypovolemia resulting from lack of fluid intake and requires an infusion of isotonic fluids. Which IV solution will the nurse administer?
 
  a. D50.2 NS
  b. D5W
  c. 0.45 NS
  d. 0.9 NS

Question 2

A diabetic patient requires the administration of insulin continuously at home. Which system would most likely be used in this instance?
 
  a. Central line catheter
  b. Microdrip set
  c. Piggyback system
  d. Syringe pump



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
0.9 NS is an isotonic solution appropriate for hypovolemia. D50.2 NS, D5W, and 0.45 NS are hypotonic solutions.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Syringe pumps are used in patients with diabetes. A central line is not appropriate for the diabetic patient requiring insulin. A microdrip set is a type of IV tubing that is used when small volumes of fluid are given to patients with fluid volume concerns. A piggyback system is a type of administration set that connects to a primary setup and administers a small volume over 20 to 60 minutes.





 

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