Author Question: A client has an order for an IV medication to be administered via secondary administration set ... (Read 75 times)

ghost!

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 560
A client has an order for an IV medication to be administered via secondary administration set (piggyback). Before hanging the secondary administration set (piggyback) medication, the nurse must:
 
  a. check the client's drug allergies, check the compatibility of the solutions, and assess the infusion site
  b. discuss the purpose of the medication with the client
  c. ask the client's family about any history of allergies, and determine the flow rate
  d. apply clean gloves, discuss the purpose of the medication with the client, and hang the piggyback bag

Question 2

Shortly after delivery a client experiences a shaking chill. What is the nurse's MOST appropriate action?
 
  a. Cover her with a warmed blanket.
  b. Notify her health care provider of this development.
  c. Obtain a culture of her lochia.
  d. Take her temperature.



popopong

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 307
Answer to Question 1

A
Prior to hanging IV piggyback solutions, the nurse must check the client's drug allergies, check the compatibility of the solutions, and assess the infusion site.

Answer to Question 2

A
Due to the change in the increased metabolic rate during delivery, the client may experience a shaking chill. Nursing interventions would include covering the client with a warmed blanket and applying a second blanket on top to retain the heat.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Approximately 70% of expectant mothers report experiencing some symptoms of morning sickness during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Did you know?

Signs and symptoms that may signify an eye tumor include general blurred vision, bulging eye(s), double vision, a sensation of a foreign body in the eye(s), iris defects, limited ability to move the eyelid(s), limited ability to move the eye(s), pain or discomfort in or around the eyes or eyelids, red or pink eyes, white or cloud spots on the eye(s), colored spots on the eyelid(s), swelling around the eyes, swollen eyelid(s), and general vision loss.

Did you know?

During pregnancy, a woman is more likely to experience bleeding gums and nosebleeds caused by hormonal changes that increase blood flow to the mouth and nose.

Did you know?

According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 50 million Americans have some kind of food allergy. Food allergies affect between 4 and 6% of children, and 4% of adults, according to the CDC. The most common food allergies include shellfish, peanuts, walnuts, fish, eggs, milk, and soy.

Did you know?

A good example of polar molecules can be understood when trying to make a cake. If water and oil are required, they will not mix together. If you put them into a measuring cup, the oil will rise to the top while the water remains on the bottom.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library