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Frost2351

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The nurse is preparing an intramuscular injection for a thin elderly patient. The nurse is aware that the maximum volume most likely tolerated by this patient is which amount?
 
  a. 1 mL
  b. 2 mL
  c. 3 mL
  d. 5 mL

Question 2

A ventilator alarm shows a decrease in minute ventilation. The nurse should:
 
  A. Reposition the client
  B. Suction excess secretions
  C. Drain the ventilator tubing
  D. Assess breath sounds and obtain a sample for arterial blood gas levels



prumorgan

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Answer to Question 1

B
Elderly adults and thin patients often tolerate only 2 mL in a single injection. A normal, well-developed adult can safely tolerate 2 to 5 mL of medication in larger muscles such as the ventrogluteal. However, clinically, it is unusual to administer more than 3 mL of medication in a single injection because the body does not absorb it well.

Answer to Question 2

B
A, B, C, and D. A decrease in minute ventilation or tidal volume alarm can indicate airway secretions that require suctioning.



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