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A nurse is preparing to administer intravenous (IV) fluids to a patient who is dehydrated due to vomiting and diarrhea. The healthcare provider has prescribed 0.9% saline (normal saline) at 125 mL/hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first before initiating the IV fluid administration?

State the law of Markovnikov.   (2 marks)

A patient receiving TPN is at risk for hyperglycemia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent this complication?

A patient is admitted with an incidental finding of rate controlled atrial fibrillation on the telemetry monitor. The nurse knows that this patient’s plan of care should include which of the following?

A client with a head injury develops diabetes insipidus. Which assessment technique would the nurse expect to see?

A client who has a history of alcoholism develops megaloblastic anemia. The nurse understands that the client needs education regarding increasing intake of which of the following?

A patient with a terminal illness has a “Do Not Resuscitate – Comfort Care” (DNR-CC) order in place. Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for this patient?

What is the general formula of the functional group for the following categories of organic molecules?  (11 marks)

State three groups of compounds that have very strong characteristic odours.   (3 marks)

A 3-year-old child is brought to the pediatrician’s office with complaints of frequent urination, urgency, and dysuria. The child also has a fever and is exhibiting signs of irritability. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?