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Starlight

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Which of the following nursing actions is appropriate in the care of a client with an implanted vascular access device?
 
  A) Cleanse around the site of insertion with an antibacterial solution
  B) Clean the external portion of the catheter after infusion is complete
  C) Maintain patency by routine flushing with a heparinized solution
  D) Observe the site only; only the physician will assess the site

Question 2

A central line is inserted by the medical resident on an elderly client. During the insertion, you assess the client's sudden shortness of breath. What does this symptom indicate?
 
  A) Pneumothorax
  B) Myocardial infarction
  C) Hemothorax
  D) Pulmonary embolism


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ricroger

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A


Starlight

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Gracias!

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