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Chelseaamend

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The patient with a suspected subdural hematoma is on an intravenous (IV) drip of mannitol infusing at 50 mL/hr. The nurse explains that the slow infusion rate is essential for what purpose?
 
  a. To ensure effectiveness of the drug.
  b. To avoid fluid overload.
  c. To maintain electrolyte balance.
  d. To maintain adequate blood pressure (BP).

Question 2

The nurse is caring for an obese resident with a pressure ulcer on her coccyx. The patient frequently lies on her back because it is difficult to turn due to her weight. Which intervention most effectively encourages independence?
 
  a. Instruct the staff turn the resident every 2 hours.
  b. Turn the patient on her side and use pil-lows to stabilize her.
  c. Arrange for short side rails to be used for positioning.
  d. Arrange for a trapeze so the patient can assist with positioning.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
The slow infusion rate will not cause fluid overload, which would add to the possibility of in-creased intracranial pressure (ICP).

Answer to Question 2

D
The trapeze allows for self-positioning and is less confining than are bed rails. Turning the patient on her side or using short rails for positioning do not foster independence.


Chelseaamend

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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