A nurse is preparing to administer 0.9% sodium chloride (NS) 100 mL IV to infuse over 4 hr. The drip factor of the manual IV tubing is 60 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min?
(Round the answer to the nearest whole number.)

Measuring the output from an indwelling urinary catheter is within the scope of practice for an assistive personnel (AP). It involves a straightforward task that does not require specialized nursing knowledge or judgment.

The other tasks mentioned should not be delegated to an AP:

Administer an enteral feeding to a client who has a new gastrostomy tube: Administering enteral feedings requires specialized knowledge and training to ensure proper placement and administration. This task should be performed by a licensed nurse.

Evaluate a client's pain level 30 min after receiving an oral analgesic: Evaluating pain level and the effectiveness of pain management requires nursing assessment and judgment. This task should be performed by a licensed nurse.

Reinforce foot care to a client who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus: Providing education and reinforcing foot care to a client with a new diagnosis of diabetes requires

specialized knowledge about the disease and its management. This task should be performed by a licensed nurse.

When reinforcing teaching with a client who has a duodenal ulcer and a new prescription for sucralfate, the nurse should include the following instructions:

"Take the medication on an empty stomach.": Sucralfate is most effective when taken on an empty stomach, usually 1 hour before meals and at bedtime. Taking it with food or other medications may reduce its effectiveness.

"Remain upright for 30 minutes after taking this medication.": To enhance the efficacy of sucralfate, it is important to remain upright for at least 30 minutes after taking the medication. This helps to prevent the medication from being washed away by stomach acid and allows it to form a protective coating over the ulcer.

The following statements are incorrect or not applicable:

"Stop taking this medication if you develop constipation.": Constipation is a common side effect of sucralfate. However, abruptly stopping the medication is not necessary if constipation occurs. The nurse should instruct the client to increase fluid intake, consume a high-fiber diet, and discuss any concerns with the healthcare provider. If constipation becomes severe or persists, the healthcare provider can provide further guidance on managing this side effect.

"Take an antacid at the same time you take this medication.": Sucralfate can interact with antacids and other medications, reducing its effectiveness. It is recommended to take sucralfate at least 2 hours before or after taking antacids or other medications to avoid interference with its absorption.