An acutely intoxicated child is brought to the ED because his parents suspect he has consumed antifreeze. The nurse anticipates administering which medication?
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- Question Type: Multiple Choice - Select One
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The patient receiving a continuous infusion of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) through a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line reports sudden onset dizziness, dyspnea, and tachycardia. Upon assessment, the nurse notes the patient is difficult to arouse. The IV tubing is noted to be cracked and have air in it. Which action does the nurse take first?
- Question Type: Multiple Choice - Select One
- Difficulty: 7
The 21-year-old patient with a body mass index of 10.1 undergoes placement of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) at 1000 and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) is initiated at 1200. At 1600, 160 mL have infused and the patient is noted to be breathing shallowly, there is blood oozing from the PICC insertion site, and the patient is exhibiting confusion. Which action does the nurse perform first?
- Question Type: Multiple Choice - Select One
- Difficulty: 8
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