When reviewing facility policies for IV therapy with the team, a nurse manager should remind the team that which technique helps minimize the risk of catheter embolism?- Skildor

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When reviewing facility policies for IV therapy with the team, a nurse manager should remind the team that which technique helps minimize the risk of catheter embolism?

A. Performing hand hygiene before and after IV insertion B. Rotating IV sites at least every 72 hours C. Minimizing tourniquet time D. Avoiding reinserting the needle into an IV catheter

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Avoiding reinserting the needle into an IV catheter is crucial to minimizing the risk of catheter embolism. Reinserting the needle can lead to the severing of the catheter's end, potentially causing a catheter embolism, a serious complication. The other options, while important for IV therapy safety, are not directly related to preventing catheter embolism.

Question 2 of 5

When reviewing facility policies for IV therapy with the team, a nurse manager should remind the team that which technique helps minimize the risk of catheter embolism?

A. Performing hand hygiene before and after IV insertion B. Rotating IV sites at least every 72 hours C. Minimizing tourniquet time D. Avoiding reinserting the needle into an IV catheter

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Avoiding reinserting the needle into an IV catheter is crucial to minimizing the risk of catheter embolism. Reinserting the needle can lead to the severing of the catheter's end, potentially causing a catheter embolism, a serious complication. The other options, while important for IV therapy safety, are not directly related to preventing catheter embolism.

Question 3 of 5

When educating a client who has a prescription for Levothyroxine, which instruction should the nurse include?

A. Take this medication on an empty stomach. B. Take this medication with food. C. Take this medication at bedtime. D. Take this medication with antacids.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct instruction for taking Levothyroxine is on an empty stomach. This helps to enhance the absorption and effectiveness of the medication. Consuming it with food or antacids can impede its absorption, leading to decreased efficacy.

Question 4 of 5

A client has a new prescription for Labetalol. Which of the following instructions should be included?

A. Take this medication at bedtime. B. Avoid sudden discontinuation of the medication. C. Increase your intake of sodium-rich foods. D. Avoid drinking grapefruit juice.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is to instruct the client to avoid sudden discontinuation of Labetalol. Abrupt discontinuation of beta-blockers like Labetalol can lead to rebound hypertension and other cardiac issues. It is important for clients to taper off the medication under healthcare provider guidance to prevent potential complications.

Question 5 of 5

A healthcare provider is providing instructions to the parent of an adolescent client who has a new prescription for Albuterol, PO. Which of the following instructions should the healthcare provider include?

A. You should not use this medication for an acute asthma attack.' B. Tremors may be an adverse effect of this medication.' C. Long-term use of this medication can lead to hyperglycemia.' D. This medication can inhibit skeletal growth.'

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Tremors may occur as a result of excessive stimulation of beta2 receptors in skeletal muscles when using Albuterol. It is important to educate the parent about potential adverse effects to ensure proper monitoring and management of the adolescent client's medication regimen.

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