The Client Has an IV Containing Sodium Bicarbonate

question 9

Multiple Choice

The client has an IV containing sodium bicarbonate. The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of dopamine. What is the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?

• A) Flush the line with normal saline before and after pushing the dopamine.
• B) Start a second IV line to use for administration of the dopamine.
• C) Turn the IV wide open before pushing the dopamine through it.
• D) Explain to the client that he may feel burning while the dopamine infuses.

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