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jerry coleman

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A client presents to the emergency department with a severely lacerated artery. What is the priority action for the nurse?
 
  a. Administer oxygen via non-rebreather mask.
  b. Ensure the client has a patent airway.
  c. Prepare to assist with suturing the artery.
  d. Start two large-bore IVs with normal saline.

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client who weighs 220 pounds and is started on enoxaparin (Lovenox). How much enoxaparin does the nurse anticipate administering?
 
  (Record your answer using a whole number.) _____ mg


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hanadaa

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

ANS: B
Airway always takes priority, followed by breathing and circulation. The nurse ensures the client has a patent airway prior to providing any other care measures.

Answer to Question 2

ANS:
90 mg
The dose of enoxaparin is 1 mg/kg body weight, not to exceed 90 mg. This client weighs 220 pounds (110 kg), and so will get the maximal dose.


jerry coleman

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

parker125

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Wow, this really help

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