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    Ati rn pharmacology 2023 proctored exam

    A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving parenteral nutrition and identifies that the client has hypoglycemia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Obtain arterial blood gases is not the immediate action required for hypoglycemia. It is more relevant for assessing respiratory and metabolic status. B. Warm formula to room temperature is not related to managing hypoglycemia. It is a standard practice for comfort but does not address the low blood glucose levels. C. Administer IV dextrose is the appropriate action to treat hypoglycemia. IV dextrose provides a rapid source of glucose to raise blood sugar levels and prevent complications associated with hypoglycemia. D. Discontinue the infusion is not the correct action. The infusion may need to be adjusted, but the immediate priority is to correct the hypoglycemia with IV dextrose.

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