Unit 13-Subcutaneous BF Admin

Question 1

Hypodermoclysis

Answer 1

Subcutaneous medication administration

Question 2

Cellulitis

Answer 2

A spreading bacterial infection underneath the skins surface characterized by redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.

Question 3

Dehydration

Answer 3

A state of decreased total body water. Occurs when excess of sodium is in the body.

Question 4

Edema

Answer 4

Swelling from injury or inflammation to the body.

Question 5

Erythema

Answer 5

Redness of the skin or mucous membrane caused by hyperemia (increased blood flow) in superficial capillaries.

Question 6

Fluid Overload

Answer 6

Hypervolemia

Medical condition where there is too much fluid in the blood.

Question 7

Hydration

Answer 7

The act or process of combining or treating with water

Question 8

Subcutaneous Butterfly

Answer 8

An in dwelling subcutaneous catheter used for administration of medication into the subcutaneous layer.

Question 9

Urticaria

Answer 9

Raised, itchy areas of skin that are usually a sign of an allergic reaction.