2.4 liters of lactated ringers IV fluid is ordered to infuse…

2.4 liters of lactated ringers IV fluid is ordered to infuse over 18 hours. The drop factor is 10 gtts/mL. The IV has been running for 12 hours, and 700 mls remain. How many drops per minute are needed so that the IV finishes on schedule? ANSWER:  gtts/min (answer as a whole number; do not add label)

The nurse is caring for a patient receiving IV furosemide (L…

The nurse is caring for a patient receiving IV furosemide (Lasix) 40mg and enalapril (Vasotec) 5 mg PO bid for acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). The patient reports severe orthopnea.Which finding should the nurse document as evidence of the MOST significant improvement?