Which IV fluid solution contains a substance that is involved in the blood buffer system and is useful on patients in acidosis, such as those with diabetic ketoacidosis?

What is the meaning of extirpation?

A) The removal of a body part. B) The breaking of solid matter. C) The taking or letting out of fluids/gases. D) Cutting out solid matter from body part.

You have been called to a long-term nursing care facility for a 77-year-old female patient with Parkinson's disease. According to the nursing staff, she is more confused than normal and is to be transported to the emergency department for evaluation. Since the patient neither understands nor can answer any of your questions, which one of the following signs provides the BEST evidence that her

breathing is adequate? A) Pulse oximeter reading at 98 percent B) Respiratory rate of 18 C) Clear breath sounds D) Strong radial pulse