Nurse Lucy receives a new patient from the emergency department, and the patient has an admitting diagnosis of acute dehydration. The admitting provider states that the patient will likely b

1. Nurse Lucy receives a new patient from the emergency department, and the patient has an admitting diagnosis of acute dehydration. The admitting provider states that the patient will likely be discharged in 48 hours. Which type of vascular access device is recommended for this patient?
2. Following the administration of promethazine, which response BEST depicts a clinical sign of extravasation?
4. The primary care provider orders 1 gram of calcium gluconate for the patient. Upon administration, the patient complains of stinging and burning at the IV insertion site. What is the nurse’s NEXT BEST action?
5. Which gauge needle is the MOST APPROPRIATE for patients in preop or in labor and delivery areas?