Term
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Definition
Normal F&E balance
Optimal nutrition balance
Maintaining hemostasis
Treating a number of conditions with meds |
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Term
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Definition
Isotonic
Hypotonic
Hypertonic |
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Term
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Definition
Normal Saline (0.9% NaCl)
Lactated Ringers
D5W
*Same osmolarity as body |
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Term
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Definition
0.45% NaCl
0.3% NaCl
2.5% Dextrose in .45% NS
*Pulls fluid from tissue |
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Term
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Definition
3-5% NaCl
5% Dextrose
D10W
*Pushes fluid into tissue |
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Term
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Definition
Assess q2h while awake
Inspect for signs of infiltration or phlebitis
Replace tubing q72h
IV site should be changed q72-96h |
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Term
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Definition
Hep-locks should be replaced q96h
Don not apply antimicrobial agent to insertion site
Clean injection ports with alcohol and iodine before accessing system |
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Term
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Definition
Have all equip within easy reach
Set up fluid and tubing prior to entering room
Explain procedure to client
Set up IV and pump |
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Term
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Definition
Tourniquets are single use
Assess the veins able for access
Avoid dominant hand if possible
Start at lowest vein in hands |
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Term
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Definition
| S/S: IV rate slows, edema, skin tightness, coolness, burning sensation, tenderness, and fluid leakage |
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Term
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Definition
Stop and remove IV
Apply cold compress
Elevate extremity |
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Term
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Definition
| S/S redness, swelling, pain, mild elevation of temperature, increase in HR, vein may become hard |
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Term
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Definition
| Stop infusion, place warm, moist compress over area |
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Term
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Definition
IV site
infusion speed
type of fluid to be given |
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Term
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Definition
Fragile veins
Use smaller catheters, if possible
Use forearm more in older adults
Veins tend to roll more
Use minimal or no tourniquet pressure |
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