The Nurse Is Reviewing New Prescriptions Provided by the Healthcare

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing new prescriptions provided by the healthcare provider for a client with metabolic acidosis.Which prescription should the nurse question before implementing it for the client?

• A) Begin intravenous infusion of 0.9% normal saline.
• B) Draw serum potassium levels every 2 hours.
• C) Draw arterial blood gas samples every 2 hours.
• D) Administer 1 ampule of sodium bicarbonate now.

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