IV Medication Administration & Specialized Care Review

implanted port

Small chamber placed under the skin usually in the upper chest. Primary method for delivering chemotherapy medication

hypotonic solution

A solution in which the concentration of solutes is less than that of the blood

isotonic solution

A solution in which the concentration of solutes is essentially equal to that of the blood

changing fluid administration sets according to institutional policy is one way to ____________

maintain asepsis of an IV site

phlebitis

inflammation of a vein, with warmth, tenderness and erythema

Priority nursing action for a patient experiencing dyspnea

elevate the head of the bed

IV fluid choice for maintenance and correction of hypovolemia or shock

isotonic solution such as 0.9% Normal Saline

Because venipuncture alters skin integrity, patients with IVs have a greater risk for

infection

When starting an IV in an older adult, veins of the _______________ are a good option

antecubital space

When a medication is given via piggyback, the secondary bag must be hung _________ than the primary bag

higher

IV cannula size most appropriate for patients receiving blood transfusions

18 gauge, 1 1/2 inch

How often should the IV flow rate be assessed?

at least every hour

Appropriate IV cannula size for an infant

24 gauge, butterfly needle

Patients who experience prolonged bouts emesis may show signs of

hypovolemia

Patients with increased levels of calcium in their blood are at risk of developing ___________

renal calculi

Edema, pallor, pain and skin around PIV site cool to the touch are signs of _____________

infiltration

universal recipient blood type

AB

"5% dextrose in 0.9% NaCl" would be abbreviated to ______ on the IV bag

D5NS

According to the CDC, how often should IV tubing be changed?

every 3 days

microdrip tubing

delivers small drops; 60 gtt/mL

interstitial

pertaining to spaces between cells in a tissue or organ

A patient with distended neck veins, difficulty breathing and swelling is likely experiencing

hypervolemia (circulatory overload)

Buretrol

volume control device, used with pediatric patients, patients on fluid restrictions, and to reduce risk for fluid overload/medication overdose

universal donor blood type

O negative