The prescriber has ordered palifermin (Kepivance) 60 mcg/kg,…
The prescriber has ordered palifermin (Kepivance) 60 mcg/kg, IV, once daily for 3 days for a patient weighing 75 kg. The pharmacy has supplied palifermin in a vial containing 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer to the patient?
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The nurse is turning the client every 2 hours to improve circulation, perfusion and pressure injury deterioration. The nurse noticed that a pressure injury is rapidly deteriorating and takes a picture to be summited in the client’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Which initial data entry indicates an appropriate wound assessment?
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The nurse is performing wound care on a pressure ulcer. The provider orders a wet-to-moist dressing. A family member asked why the dressing is applied wet. What explaination will the nurse provide as the purpose of this type of dressing?
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