The Nurse Administers Calcium Intravenously (IV) to the Client

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse administers calcium intravenously (IV) to the client. What will a key assessment by the nurse include?

• A) Assess the serum glucose levels.
• B) Assess the intravenous (IV) site.
• C) Assess the serum potassium levels.
• D) Assess for peripheral edema.

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Definitions:

E(X)

The expected value of the random variable X, representing the mean or average value that X takes on.

E(Y)

The expected value of the random variable Y, representing the mean or average outcome of a set of possible values weighted by their probabilities.

Covariance

A measure that indicates the extent to which two variables change together.

Marginal Probability

The probability of a single event occurring without consideration of any other events.