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Which is an example of a hypertonic IV solution?
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An Rn is teaching nursing students about isotonic Iv solutions. Which statement made by a nursing student indicates a need for further teaching?
"They cause no movement of fluid into or out of cells"
Which is true regarding hypotonic IV solutions?
They can be given to treat hyperosmolar hyperglycemia.
2.5?xtrose in water is an example of a hypotonic IV solution.
They can be given to treat diabetic ketoacidosis.
Which standard color is used to denote a 24-gauge catheter?
Yellow
Which standard color is used to denote a 20-gauge catheter?
Pink
Which standard color is used to denote an 18-gauge catheter
Green
Which standard color is used to denote a 16-gauge catheter?
Gray
A nurse initiating a peripheral IV infusion punctures the skin and selected vein and observes blood return in the flashback chamber of the IV catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform next.
Lower the catheter until is is almost flush with the skin. (facilitates full penetration of the wall of the vein)
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