The tubing on a client's intravenous infusion administration set ...

[vicky]

The tubing on a client's intravenous infusion administration set is not long enough to support the client's ambulation needs. Which of the following can the nurse do to assist this client?
 
  1. Apply a stopcock.
  2. Add an extension set.
  3. Use a filter.
  4. Attach a needleless access device.

Question 2

The nurse believes that a client is eligible as a participant for The National Hospice Reimbursement Act of 1986. This act mandated that:
 
  1. clients with terminal illnesses are reimbursed.
  2. a physician must order hospice to be reimbursed.
  3. to receive reimbursement that client must be eligible for Medicare.
  4. to receive benefits, the physician must certify that the client has a limited life expectancy of 6 months or less.

[Bison]

Answer to Question 1

2
An extension set is used to add length and additional medication ports to primary tubing. A stopcock is used to direct the flow of fluid in the intravenous line. A filter is used to eliminate air and particles that should not be infused into the client. A needleless access device is used at medication ports to add a layer of safety.

Answer to Question 2

4
The Medicare hospice benefit is a reimbursement benefit for those with a prognosis of 6 months or less to live (certified by a physician). The act does not mandate reimbursement to clients with terminal illnesses, physicians do not have to order hospice for reimbursement, nor does a client have to be eligible for Medicare for hospice eligibility.