Risk with Venipuncture Flashcards
If the angle of insertion is too high
when the device is introduced into the tissue and veins.
Hematoma
The needle will pass completely
through the vein lumen and puncture the underside of the vein.
Hematoma
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
Infiltration
The best way to avoid an infiltration is frequent site
assessment for any discomfort or swelling no matter how
small.
Infiltration
May occur when excess manipulation of the device is done during access attempts
Nerve Damage
Proper angle of insertion and minimal manipulation of an I.V. device will help to avoid coming in contact with a nerve
Nerve Damage
May consist of infusions of crystalloids, colloids, and blood products or a
combination of both crystalloids and colloids
INTRAVENOUS FLUIDS FOR IV ACCESS & MAINTENANCE IV FLUID THERAPY
INDICATIONS
- Volume resuscitation
- Maintenance fluid
- Vehicle for IV drugs
- KVO (keep vein open)
Dextrose is a form of glucose (sugar)
DEXTROSE IN WATER SOLUTIONS
Injected into a vein through an IV to replace lost fluids and provide carbohydrates to the body
DEXTROSE IN WATER SOLUTIONS
Treat low blood sugar, insulin shock, or dehydration
DEXTROSE IN WATER SOLUTIONS
Serves as a diluent (liquid) for preparing injectable
medication in an IV bag.
DEXTROSE IN WATER SOLUTIONS
Dextrose 5 in .9 Sodium Chloride is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of hypoglycemia.
DEXTROSE IN SALINE SOLUTIONS
This may be used alone or with other medications.
DEXTROSE IN SALINE SOLUTIONS
Normal saline is the chemical name for salt (generic name: sodium chloride).
SALINE SOLUTIONS
It is a sterile, nonpyrogenic crystalloid fluid administered via an intravenous solution.
SALINE SOLUTIONS
is the chemical name for salt
generic name:
Normal saline
sodium chloride
