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What happens when a patient is given undiluted potassium IV push?
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The heart is stopped.
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What drug should never be given undiluted and is used to treat hypokalemia?
potassium chloride
What happens when potassium hydroxide is kept near a potted plant?
Potassium hydroxide absorbs carbon dioxide given out by plant
What happens when potassium react to water?
When potassium reacts with water the potassium burns a bright purple light, a gas is given off with a hissing noise and the potassium rockets around the surface of the water because it floats.
Why emetics not given to unconscious patient?
Because - an emetic is given to force the patient vomit. If given to an unconscious patient - the patient could choke if the vomit enters the airway.
What food can be given to a patient with kidney problem?
Fluids should be limited when you have kidney problems. The diet should also be low in protein, as well as low in sodium, potassium, and phosphorous.Ê
Can chemotherapy be given to a patient with cirrhosis?
To give a chemotherapy in a patient of cirrhosis is very risky. Treating physician is the best judge in a given patient.
What is the meaning of patient out on pass?
it's when an admitted patient is given a break to leave the hospital for a short period of time and then return back to complete his treatment, frequently happens to patients who stay in the hospital for long time
What element is K?
The letter K is given to potassium.
What happens during a cervical conization?
The patient lies on the table with her legs raised in stirrups, similar to the position when having a Pap test. The patient is given general anesthesia, and the vagina is held open with an instrument called a speculum.
Why some intravenous medications need to dilute before administering?
Primarily because they may cause phlebitis or tissue necrosis if given undiluted. This may be because of the acidity/alkalinity of the product, or the high osmolarity of the solution. One common example is an anti-nausea medication called Phenergan, which often causes pain if given undiluted and has even caused loss of fingers due to necrosis and tissue destruction.
Should oral forms of potassium be given on an empty stomach?
no
When potassium carbonate is heat what gas is given off?
Oxygen
