The physician writes an order for Atacand 16 mg. Each tablet contains 8 mg. How many tablets would you administer?

A. Call the health care provider immediately to change the medication to oral.

Changing the medication to oral may not address the immediate issue of the burning sensation and feeling of heat at the IV site. This option focuses on changing the route of administration rather than addressing the current discomfort.

B. Continue the infusion and reassure the patient.

Continuing the infusion without addressing the patient's discomfort could lead to potential complications, and it is important to prioritize patient comfort and safety. Reassurance alone may not be sufficient if there is an issue with the IV site.

C. Flush the line with 10 mL of normal saline and continue the infusion.

While flushing the line with normal saline is a good practice to ensure patency, it may not resolve the issue if there is ongoing irritation or infiltration at the site. Continuing the infusion without addressing the patient's complaint might lead to further discomfort.

D. Discontinue the IV and restart the IV infusion in a different site.

This is the best action. Discontinuing the IV allows the nurse to assess the current site for signs of infiltration or irritation. Restarting the IV in a different site addresses the immediate issue, ensuring that the medication is delivered safely and effectively.

A. "It will help your baby gain weight faster."

This statement is not accurate. Caffeine citrate is not given to help with weight gain; its primary use is to stimulate the respiratory center in preterm infants and improve breathing.

B. "Caffeine can help your baby breathe better."

This is the correct response. Caffeine citrate is commonly used in premature infants to stimulate the respiratory center, leading to improved breathing. It is a standard treatment to reduce the risk of apnea of prematurity.

C. "This isn't the same substance that is in coffee."

While caffeine citrate is derived from caffeine, this statement might be confusing and does not directly address the specific benefits of caffeine citrate for preterm infants.

D. "The baby's temperature will be warmer with caffeine."

This statement is not accurate. Caffeine citrate is not used to affect the baby's temperature; its primary effect is on the respiratory system.