While Working in the Intensive Care Unit,the Nurse Is Preparing

question 28

Short Answer

While working in the intensive care unit,the nurse is preparing to initiate an IV infusion of Levophed (norepinepherine)ordered at 1 mcg/min.Prioritize the following steps in the correct order of infusion.
A.Titrate as ordered to maintain SBP between 80-100 mm Hg.
B.Have second nurse verify order and dose calculations.
C.Calculate rate of IV solutions and pump settings.
D.Obtain IV solutions from pharmacy.
E.Monitor Urinary output.

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