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A young woman has an IV infusing for magnesium sulfate to treat preterm labor. The woman develops a fever. What is the first assessment the nurse should make?
 
  A) Monitor the IV infusion rate
  B) Assess the vaginal mucosa
  C) Assess the IV site for redness
  D) Assess the client's blood pressure

Question 2

A client with renal disease requires IV fluids. It is important for the nurse to
 
  A) Catch the rate up when it falls behind
  B) Place the fluids on an electronic device
  C) Check the intravenous rate once a shift
  D) Administer the fluids through the dialysis access



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: C

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B



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