Asked by Rafael Chavez on Jun 02, 2024
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A patient has a continuous IV infusion at 60 mL/hr.The right hand IV has infiltrated and the nurse has started a new IV on the left forearm.Which of the following interventions should the nurse also perform?
A) Elevate the patient's left forearm.
B) Schedule daily dressing changes to the new IV site.
C) Change the administration set.
D) Place the patient in Fowler's position.
Continuous IV Infusion
A method of administering medication directly into the bloodstream over a prolonged period, allowing for a constant therapeutic effect.
Infiltrated
Pertains to the unintentional administration of a non-vesicant solution or medication into surrounding tissue instead of the intended vascular pathway; often related to intravenous therapies.
- Identify and handle possible issues arising from intravenous therapy.
Verified Answer
CJ
Craig JamesJun 09, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Reusing an IV set from a previous site increases the risk of contamination.IV dressings are usually changed every 72 to 96 hours when the IV site is rotated.There is no reason to elevate the patient's left forearm,or to place him in Fowler's position.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and handle possible issues arising from intravenous therapy.