Nursing Fundamentals Exam 3 Questions With Verified Answers 2024

What are the 3 different types of IV fluids based on their osmolarity - what are they? How do you determine which fluid to use? What do these fluids do to the fluid compartments? {Ans: isotonic, hypotonic, hypertonic Isotonic- normal saline 0.9% NaCl , lactative ringer Hypotonic- D5 ½ NS solute concentration is lower D5W (5% dextrose in water because the body prosses the dextrose pretty quickly so its left with water no solutes in water) Hypertonic- 3% NaCl or any colloid infusions (albumin) high concentration of solutes In compartments: Isotonic- the fluid stays in the compartments and in intervascular space expands the body but it stays where it belongs Hypotonic- the compartments swells Hypertonic- high osmotic pull pulls the fluid out of the compartments}State 3 ways a nurse can prevent medication errors? {Ans: Minimize distractions- quiet place Timely documentation - when you give meds document so following nurse does not give medication too soon Double check meds - especially if it was high risk meds, check math, syringe ID patient - 2 checks using name and date of birth. Some use medical record numbers as well Rights of medication administration Look up meds - know what you