Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
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The nurse is caring for a client with epilepsy who is to receive Dilantin 100 mg IV push. The client has an IV of D51/2NS infusing at 100 mL/hr. When administering the Dilantin, the nurse should first:
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Dilantin is incompatible with dextrose solutions (D51/2NS), causing precipitation. Flushing with normal saline ensures compatibility and prevents complications.