Following the intravenous infusion of calcium, the nurse should: ...

[Kthamas]

Following the intravenous infusion of calcium, the nurse should:
 
  a. instruct the client to not to get out of bed without assistance.
  b. place the client on an ECG monitor.
  c. monitor the client for muscle spasms.
  d. administer oral etidronate disodium.

Question 2

What signs or symptoms associated with propylthiouracil use should be reported promptly to the health care provider?
 
  a. skin rash or sore throat c. gastrointestinal distress
  b. nausea and dizziness d. dry eyes and mouth

[aliotak]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Following IV calcium infusion clients may experience syncope, placing them at risk for falls.
B Incorrect: The client should have been on an ECG monitor during infusion.
C Incorrect: This is a manifestation of hypoparathyroidism and can be used as a measure of effectiveness of calcium infusion, but this is not the best answer.
D Incorrect: This is used to treat hyperparathyroidism .

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: These manifestations may indicate the client is experiencing agranulocytosis.
B Incorrect: These are not serious adverse effects.
C Incorrect: These are not serious adverse effects.
D Incorrect: These are not adverse effects associated with this drug.

[Kthamas]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[nathang24]

Gracias!