A Client Has Orders for the Administration of IV Fluid

question 14

Multiple Choice

A client has orders for the administration of IV fluid at a "keep vein open" rate in preparation for administration of IV antibiotics starting at noon.When the nurse goes to the room to start the IV,the UAP is preparing to bathe the client.What should the nurse do?

• A)Instruct the UAP to wait until the IV is started to bathe the client.
• B)Let the UAP start the bath on the opposite side of where the nurse will be starting the IV.
• C)Tell the UAP to notify the nurse as soon as the bath is completed.
• D)Give the UAP permission to skip the client's bath for today.

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Definitions:

Reye's Syndrome

A rare but serious condition that causes swelling in the liver and brain, often occurring in children recovering from a viral infection who have been given aspirin.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary actions of the muscles and glands, influencing functions like heart rate and digestion.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the sympathetic nervous system, which readies the body for action, or showing feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune.

Parasympathetic

Referring to the part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the heart rate.