IV Therapy Flashcards
1
Q
What are four main reasons for the intervention of IV therapy
A
Maintain or restore fluid and electrolytes
Administer the IV medication
Maintain optimal nutrition
Monitoring of patients Haemodynamic state
2
Q
What are the three main body parts of a needle
A
bevel, Needle length and needle done diameter 
3
Q
What are short and long-term bevels used for 
A
Short bevel- intravenous injections
Long bevel- Subcutaneous and IM 
