Part 4

Question 1

THREE (3) COMPLICATIONS THAT ARE KNOWN TO BE A RISK WITH VENIPUNCTURE IF THE HEALTHCARE PROVIDER DOES NOT USE PROPER SKILL

Answer 1

Hematoma
Infiltration
Nerve Damage

Question 2

• If the angle of insertion is too high when the device is introduced into the tissue and veins.

• The needle will pass completely through the vein lumen and puncture the underside of the vein.

Answer 2

Hematoma

Question 3

If an I.V. fluid is hanging for infusion into the patient and the access is dislodged or the insertion points enlarges causing fluid backflow, this will cause an _______.

The best way to avoid an ________ is frequent site assessment for any discomfort or swelling no matter how small.

Answer 3

INFILTRATION

Question 4

May occur when excess manipulation of the device is done during access attempts

Proper angle of insertion and minimal manipulation of an I.V. device will help to avoid coming in contact with a nerve

Answer 4

NERVE DAMAGE

Question 5

• ______ is a form of glucose (sugar)

• Injected into a vein through an IV to replace lost fluids and provide carbohydrates to the body

• Treat low blood sugar, insulin shock, or dehydration

• Serves as a diluent (liquid) for preparing injectable medication in an IV bag.

Answer 5

DEXTROSE IN WATER SOLUTIONS

Question 6

• Dextrose 5 in 9 Sodium Chloride is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of hypoglycemia.

• This may be used alone or with other medications.

Answer 6

DEXTROSE IN SALINE SOLUTIONS

Question 7

• Normal saline is the chemical name for salt (generic name: sodium chloride).

• It is a sterile, nonpyrogenic crystalloid fluid administered via an intravenous solution.

Answer 7

SALINE SOLUTIONS

Question 8

Venipuncture Techniques

Answer 8

1. PREPARE THE PATIENT
2. CLEANSE THE SITE
3. ASSEMBLE THE PUNCTURE EQUIPMENT
4. PERFORM THE VENIPUNCTURE
5. FILLING THE TUBES
6. REMOVE THE NEEDLE
7. DISPOSAL OF THE CONTAMINATED NEEDLE
8. LABEL THE TUBES
9. DISPOSE USED SUPPLIES
10. THANK THE PATIENT