Multiple Choice
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) is preparing to add a new IV of 5% dextrose in water (D5W) with potassium (K+) to an existing line.The LPN/LVN notices that only 25 ml of urine has been collected over the last hour.The LPN/LVN's best intervention is to:
A) Avoid hanging the IV with K+, and inform the registered nurse (RN) of the urine output.
B) Run the IV rapidly for 30 minutes to stimulate urine production.
C) Call the physician who ordered the K+.
D) Hang the IV as ordered, and chart the output.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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