The nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic to a pati…

The nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic to a patient who has been receiving the antibiotic for 3 days after a culture was obtained.  The nurse notes increased redness and swelling, and the patient has a persistent high fever of 100.8 degrees F.  What is the nurse’s next action?

A patient is admitted after experiencing vomiting and diarrh…

A patient is admitted after experiencing vomiting and diarrhea for several days.  The provider orders intravenous Lactated Ringer’s solution (a crystalloid, isotonic fluid containing electrolytes).  The nurse understands that this fluid is given for which purpose?