The Physician Orders 1000 ML of D5RL with 20 Mmol

question 19

Multiple Choice

The physician orders 1000 mL of D5RL with 20 mmol KCl to run for eight hours.With an infusion set with a drop factor of 15 gtt/mL,which of the following flow rates will the nurse calculate?

• A) 11 gtt/minute
• B) 22 gtt/minute
• C) 31 gtt/minute
• D) 42 gtt/minute

Identify appropriate outcomes for pain management in surgical patients.

Understand the implications of long-term medication use on patient health and necessary monitoring.

Acknowledge the importance and method of incorporating pain assessment within routine vital sign checks.

Recognize and manage potential complications associated with epidural analgesics.

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