A patient has been prescribed to receive 0.3 mL of U-500 insulin. Which syringe will the nurse use to administer the medication?
3-mL syringe
U-100 syringe
Needleless syringe
Tuberculin syringe
The Correct Answer is D
A. A 3-mL syringe is not appropriate for administering U-500 insulin, as the concentration may not allow for accurate dosing at such a small volume.
B. A U-100 syringe is designed for U-100 insulin and would not provide accurate measurement for U-500 insulin.
C. A needleless syringe may be useful in certain contexts, but it does not specifically provide the necessary precision for insulin dosage.
D. A tuberculin syringe is suitable for administering small doses (like 0.3 mL) and provides more accurate measurement for high-concentration insulin such as U-500.
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Explanation
A. A patient with an indwelling catheter requires regular perineal care to prevent infection due to increased risk from the catheter.
B. Urinary and fecal incontinence increase the risk of skin breakdown and infection, necessitating frequent perineal care.
C. Surgical dressings in the rectal and genital areas require perineal care to maintain hygiene and prevent wound contamination.
D. Bariatric patients often need regular perineal care due to skin folds and increased risk of moisture-related skin breakdown.
E. A circumcised, ambulatory male typically has a lower risk of infection and may not require as frequent perineal care unless other factors are present.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Increasing activity level may be unrealistic for a patient on strict bed rest due to a pelvic fracture.
B. Repositioning every 2 hours is a realistic and achievable goal for a patient on bed rest to prevent complications such as pressure ulcers and maintain circulation.
C. Using a walker for ambulation may not be feasible immediately after a pelvic fracture.
D. Transferring with a sliding board may not be safe or appropriate in the early stages post-injury, especially if bed rest is required.