The nurse is caring for a client with an IV, and will be ...

[JGIBBSON]

The nurse is caring for a client with an IV, and will be administering a blood transfusion. The following considerations are appropriate when considering the infusion device: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Peristaltic regulators are appropriate for administration of blood.
  2. The tubing cassette should be held upright when priming.
  3. Accurate function of the machine should be verified.
  4. Systematically check the IV if the device's alarm is going off.
  5. Place a piggyback administration set above the air detector device.

Question 2

The nurse is describing the difference between the quality and quantity of sleep. Sleep quality refers to
 
  1. The total time an individual sleeps
  2. An individual's ability to stay asleep
  3. The sleep-wake cycle that changes through the lifespan
  4. How long it takes a person to get to sleep

[spencer.martell]

Answer to Question 1

3,4,5
Rationale: Peristaltic regulators are not appropriate for administration of blood, because of their squeezing action, which can injure red blood cells.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale: The total time the individual sleeps is the quantity of sleep

[JGIBBSON]

Excellent

[cam1229]

Great answer, keep it coming