The count of the solution in the IV container at the beginning of the shift is 800 mL. A new 1000-mL bag was hung during the shift and has 650-mL left at the end of the shift.
What amount should the nurse record as the IV fluid intake for the shift?
a. 1000 mL
b. 1050 mL
c. 1100 mL
d. 1150 mL
Question 2When turning the patient who is in Crutchfield tongs traction, the nurse should employ which technique?
a. Turn the patient as a unit by log rolling.
b. Release the weights to prevent injury while turning.
c. Turn the patient quickly to avoid muscle spasms.
d. Advise the patient to hold his breath and bear down during turning.
Question 3The long-term care facility nurse is discussing fall prevention measures with the charge nurse. Which replacement should the nurse suggest?
a. Replacing canes with 4 feet with a sin-gle-footed cane.
b. Replacing hard-soled shoes with soft-soled bedroom slippers.
c. Replacing area rugs with a nonslip pad.
d. Replacing plain carpet with a highly pat-terned carpet.
Question 4When caring for a patient with advanced multiple myeloma, the nursing staff must exercise extreme care to prevent which complication?
a. Pain
b. Hematomas
c. Muscle spasms
d. Pathologic fractures
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