A nurse is preparing to administer ceftazidime 2 g via intermittent IV over 30 min to a client who has osteomyelitis. The amount available is ceftazidime 2 g/50 mL. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr?

(Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is ["100"]

IV pump rate= (Volume to be infused (mL) × 60) / Time of infusion (min).

For the given scenario, the nurse has 50 mL to infuse over 30 minutes. Using the formula, Pump rate= (50 mL × 60) / 30 min= 100 mL/hr.

Therefore, the nurse should set the IV pump to deliver 100 mL/hr.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A Furosemide is likely to cause hypotension rather than hypertension.

B. Limiting salt intake is highly recommended while on furosemide because excess sodium can cause the body to retain water, which can worsen fluid retention and undermine the effectiveness of the diuretic.

C. Checking the pulse is important for certain medications that can affect heart rate, like beta-blockers. However, furosemide is not typically associated with major effects on pulse rate.

D. While increasing potassium-rich foods such as cantaloupe can be beneficial in managing electrolyte balance, it does not specifically address a potential adverse effect of the medication.

A. Administer an antihypertensive medication intravenously. B. Confirm that the client's bladder is empty. C. Indicate the risk for autonomic dysreflexia in the client's medical record. D. Place the client in an upright sitting position.

Correct Answer is D,B,A,C

Explanation

Step D (Place the client in an upright sitting position): Elevating the client's head and upper body to an upright position helps to reduce blood pressure by promoting venous pooling in the lower extremities.

Step B (Confirm that the client's bladder is empty): Autonomic dysreflexia is often triggered by bladder distention or urinary retention. By confirming and addressing urinary issues promptly, the nurse can remove the triggering stimulus.

Step A (Administer an antihypertensive medication intravenously): In severe cases where blood pressure remains dangerously high despite other interventions, such as positioning and addressing bladder issues, antihypertensive medications may be necessary to lower blood pressure quickly and prevent complications.

Step C (Indicate the risk for autonomic dysreflexia in the client's medical record): Documentation of the occurrence of autonomic dysreflexia, its triggers, and interventions used is essential for continuity of care. It informs other healthcare providers about the client's condition and helps in implementing preventive strategies.

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