The nurse is preparing to mix a lidocaine infusion for a patient.Which consideration(s)should the nurse take into account before administration?

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Lidocaine for infusion should be mixed with dextrose 5% solution.Lidocaine administration rate should be 1 to 4 mg/min.Additional nursing considerations include monitoring of therapeutic blood levels (1 to 5 mg/L)and observing for adverse effects to report to the health care provider.Lidocaine for IV use for dysrhythmias is different from lidocaine used as a local anesthetic.For use with dysrhythmias,check the label carefully to be certain it says "lidocaine for dysrhythmias" or "lidocaine without preservatives."

The Nurse Is Preparing to Mix a Lidocaine Infusion for a Patient.Which