Question 1
For which order should the nurse seek clarification regarding a patient with decreased renal perfusion and lowered glomerular filtration rate?
◦ Administer acetylcysteine prior to an intravenous pyelogram procedure.
◦ Infuse vancomycin 1,500 mg IV every 12 hours.
◦ Give furosemide 10 mg by mouth daily.
◦ Check a peak and trough level with every third dose of IV clindamycin.
Question 2
A patient has been placed on a 1,000-mL fluid restriction over 24 hours. Which plan should the nurse choose to divide this fluid?
◦ 500 mL for dayshift, 325 mL for evening shift, and 125 mL for nightshift
◦ 600 mL for dayshift, 200 mL for evening shift, and 200 mL for nightshift
◦ 350 mL for dayshift, 325 mL for evening shift, and 325 mL for nightshift
◦ 400 mL for dayshift, 400 mL for evening shift, and 200 mL for nightshift
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