NURSING 1429041 Med-Surg - Module 8 Exam.
NURSING Med-Surg - Module 8 Exam/NURSING Med-Surg - Module 8 Exam. 1. A nurse notes that the site of a client’s peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter is reddened, warm, painful, and slightly edematous near the insertion point of the catheter. On the basis of this assessment, the nurse should take which action first? o Remove the IV catheter o Slow the rate of infusion o Notify the health care provider o Check for loose catheter connections 2. A nurse hangs a 500-mL bag of intravenous (IV) fluid for an assigned client. One hour later the client complains of chest tightness, is dyspneic and apprehensive, and has an irregular pulse. The IV bag has 100 mL remaining. Which action should the nurse take first?
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