Complications of Intravenous therapy

Complications of Intravenous therapy ( 39 Questions)

A nurse is preparing to administer an IV medication to a client. Which action is essential to prevent complications during the medication administration?


Correct Answer: C

A) This choice is incorrect because administering the medication rapidly is not necessarily essential and can increase the risk of complications. Medications should be administered at the appropriate rate to prevent adverse effects.

B) This choice is incorrect because diluting the medication with a large volume of IV fluid may be unnecessary and may slow down the administration without specific indications.

C) This choice is correct. Checking the client's allergies and medication compatibility is essential to prevent adverse reactions and complications. Ensuring that the prescribed medication is appropriate for the client and does not interact negatively with other medications or allergies is crucial.

D) This choice is incorrect because the choice of IV catheter size depends on the medication's compatibility and viscosity, not just using a smaller gauge catheter for all medication infusions.




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