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jace

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on: Jul 23, 2018
A patient is to receive acetylcysteine
 
  (Mucomyst) as part of the treatment for an acetaminophen (Tylenol) overdose. Which action by the nurse is appropriate when giving this medication?
  a. Giving the medication undiluted for full effect
  b. Avoiding the use of a straw when giving this medication
  c. Disguising the flavor with soda or flavored water
  d. Preparing to give this medication via a nebulizer

Question 2

Which term describes how much fluid is to be infused intravenously?
 
  a. Rate
  b. Infusion
  c. Volume
  d. Duration


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courtney_bruh

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


jace

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

ashely1112

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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