Which of the following is NOT one of the considerations to remember when treating the geriatric trauma patient?
a. organ systems may not function as effectively as young adults
b. there may be a chronic illness that complicates care
c. bones may fracture more easily with mechanism force
d. the overall decrease in peripheral vascular resistance
D
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After attaching the administration set to the intravenous fluid bag, how is the drip chamber initially filled?
A) Open the flow control and let the drip chamber fill passively. B) Close flow control, and then squeeze the bag to force fluid into the drip chamber. C) Open the flow control and keep it positioned higher than the intravenous fluid bag. D) Close the flow control, and then squeeze and release the drip chamber.
The antecubital space is the most commonly used site for venipuncture.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)