Mrs. Lilly Wong, aged 22, is 19 weeks pregnant and was involved in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) when traveling to the shops. She was trapped in the car for four hours prior to being transferred to hospital. Lilly suffered multiple traumatic injuries, including; compound fracture of her right tibia and fibula and a suspected fracture of her left femur. She also has extensive facial fractures and lacerations. On arrival to the emergency department, Lilly complained of pain in her right lower abdomen. On examination, it is noted that she has vaginal bleeding. Lilly is currently receiving an intravenous (IV) infusion of Hartmann's Solution that is running at 125 mL/hour. Her antibiotic is now due, and you have been asked to check the drug. Which of the following statements best describes the first nursing action in relation to the administration of this medication? Select one: a. Flush the IV line with 0.9% Sodium Chloride before and after using. b. Stop the IV infusion and give the antibiotic as ordered. Oc. Give the IV antibiotic as a bolus dose and document. Od. Check the compatibility of the medication with the IV infusion fluid.
Mrs. Lilly Wong, aged 22, is 19 weeks pregnant and was involved in a motor vehicle accident (MVA) when traveling to the shops. She was trapped in the car for four hours prior to being transferred to hospital. Lilly suffered multiple traumatic injuries, including; compound fracture of her right tibia and fibula and a suspected fracture of her left femur. She also has extensive facial fractures and lacerations. On arrival to the emergency department, Lilly complained of pain in her right lower abdomen. On examination, it is noted that she has vaginal bleeding. Lilly is currently receiving an intravenous (IV) infusion of Hartmann's Solution that is running at 125 mL/hour. Her antibiotic is now due, and you have been asked to check the drug. Which of the following statements best describes the first nursing action in relation to the administration of this medication? Select one: a. Flush the IV line with 0.9% Sodium Chloride before and after using. b. Stop the IV infusion and give the antibiotic as ordered. Oc. Give the IV antibiotic as a bolus dose and document. Od. Check the compatibility of the medication with the IV infusion fluid.
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