Author Question: What gauge needle should be selected by the nurse when preparing to administer blood? a. 25 b. ... (Read 78 times)

TVarnum · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What gauge needle should be selected by the nurse when preparing to administer blood?

a. 25
b. 22
c. 21
d. 18

Question 2

How does an Aquathermia pad differ from a traditional heating pad?

a. The Aquathermia pad can be folded to fit the anatomic location snugly.
b. The Aquathermia pad can be placed under the patient.
c. The Aquathermia pad has circulating water for temperature control.
d. The Aquathermia pad can be left on for as long as 2 hours

adf223 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
A large-bore needle will allow blood flow without clogging.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The Aquathermia pad should not be folded or placed under the patient, nor should it be left on for longer than 20 minutes. The Aquathermia pad has water that circulates and stays warm for the entire time of the treatment with no need to reheat the compress.