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Title: Which of the following interventions is essential for the nurse to perform when caring for a client ...
Post by: uniquename on Jan 26, 2018
Which of the following interventions is essential for the nurse to perform when caring for a client receiving an intravenous drug infusion?
 
  a. Employ clean technique when handling the intravenous equipment.
  b. Monitor the client during the infusion.
  c. Prime the tubing once the infusion has started.
  d. Use the largest gauge intravenous needle available.


Title: Which of the following interventions is essential for the nurse to perform when caring for a client ...
Post by: PDARRINGTON97 on Jan 26, 2018
ANS: B

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A Incorrect: Sterile technique must be used.
B Correct: The should be monitored at least hourly during intravenous infusion
C Incorrect: Fluid must be primed through the tubing to remove air before the infusion is initiated.
D Incorrect: The gauge choice is based on many factors, including the size of the vein where the venipuncture is to be done.