A client who weighs 176 pounds receives a prescription for dobutamine 2 mcg/kg/min intravenously (IV). The IV bag contains dobutamine 500 mg in dextrose 5% in water (D5W) 500 mL. How many mL/hour should the nurse program the IV infusion pump? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest whole number.) […]
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who takes furosemide. Which of the following results should the nurse identify as the priority finding?A. Phosphorus 4.5 mEq/L.B. Potassium 2.9 mEq/L.C. Calcium 8.2 mg/dL.D. Sodium 145 mEq/L. The correct answer and Explanation is : The priority finding in this scenario is B. Potassium 2.9
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A nurse is caring for a client who has Alzheimer’s disease.Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?A.Altered level of consciousness. B.Rapid mood swings. C.Excessive motor activity. D.Failure to recognize familiar objects. The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is D. Failure to recognize familiar objects. Explanation: Alzheimer’s disease is a
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A nurse is assessing a client’s cardiovascular system. To palpate for unexpected pulsations in the pulmonic area, at which anatomical location should the nurse place her fingers? A.The left fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line. B.The left fifth intercostal space. C.The left second intercostal space. D.The right second intercostal space. The correct answer and
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A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting insulin with NPH insulin from two vials. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A.Inject air into the vial to withdraw the short-acting insulin. B.Administer the insulin within 20 min of preparing it. C.Ensure the NPH insulin is drawn into the syringe first. D.use two separate
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Veins are called capacitance vessels because:. A.They convey blood back to the heart. B.They can stretch. C.They contain one-way valves. D.They can constrict extensively. The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is B. They can stretch. Veins are referred to as capacitance vessels because of their ability to accommodate varying volumes of
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A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia and is experiencing an increased number of falls.Which of the following actions should the nurse take?. A.Lower the window shade in the client’s room. B.Obtain a PRN prescription for a vest restraint. C.Place the client in a room close to the nurses’ station. D.Request a
A nurse is caring for a client who has antisocial personality disorder who requests to smoke outside of scheduled smoke breaks.Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?A.“Let me check with the charge nurse to see if your smoke breaks can be adjusted.” B.“Why do you feel we should allow you extra
A nurse is discussing non-modifiable risk factors for hypertension with a client. Which factor should the nurse include in the discussion? A.Age B.Sedentary lifestyle C.High sodium intake D.Obesity The correct answer and Explanation is : The correct answer is A. Age. Explanation: Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is influenced by both modifiable and non-modifiable risk
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Vital SignsTemperature 38.1° C (100.6° F)Heart rate 122/minRespiratory rate 26/minBP 136/85 mm HgOxygen saturation 93% on room airA nurse is caring for a client who has HIV. ExhibitsThe client is at risk for developing . The correct answer and Explanation is : In the case of a client with HIV, especially one exhibiting vital signs