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skymedlock

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Water is an excellent solvent.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

When calculating an infusion dose, it is necessary for the paramedic to determine the
 
  a. Patients weight
  b. Drops per minute
  c. Total amount of medication that will be given
  d. Estimated size of the syringe



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ynlevi

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Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

b
Rationale: a. While the patients weight may be a consideration with infusions, this is not always the case.
b. Correct.
c. The total amount of medication given may not always be necessary. The patient may continue on the medication after delivery to the receiving facility.
d. Not necessary in calculating an infusion delivery.




skymedlock

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


matt95

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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