A 55-year-old female is seen in the physician’s office for an elevated blood pressure. She reports that there is a family history of kidney disease. A Cystatin C test is performed.

Which of the following characteristics is TRUE of the average home health patient?

a. Under age 65 b. Male c. Minority status d. Has several medical diagnoses

When is insertion of an IO indicated?

A) If you cannot start an IV in three attempts or 90 seconds B) If you cannot start an IV in two attempts or 90 seconds C) If you cannot start an IV in two attempts or 60 seconds D) If you cannot start an IV in three attempts or 60 seconds