Complications of Intravenous therapy
Complications of Intravenous therapy ( 39 Questions)
This choice is incorrect because applying a warm compress is not necessarily essential to prevent thrombophlebitis. It may provide comfort but does not directly prevent its development.
This choice is incorrect because limiting the use of the affected arm for IV insertion may not be necessary. The choice of insertion site should be based on the client's clinical condition and the nurse's assessment.
This choice is correct. The nurse should avoid using a tourniquet during IV insertion in a client with a history of DVT to minimize trauma to the vein and reduce the risk of thrombophlebitis formation.
This choice is incorrect because selecting a small-gauge catheter is not the primary intervention to prevent thrombophlebitis in a client with a history of DVT. The choice of catheter size should be based on the client's clinical needs and vein condition.
A) This choice is incorrect because applying a warm compress is not necessarily essential to prevent thrombophlebitis. It may provide comfort but does not directly prevent its development.
B) This choice is incorrect because limiting the use of the affected arm for IV insertion may not be necessary. The choice of insertion site should be based on the client's clinical condition and the nurse's assessment.
C) This choice is correct. The nurse should avoid using a tourniquet during IV insertion in a client with a history of DVT to minimize trauma to the vein and reduce the risk of thrombophlebitis formation.
D) This choice is incorrect because selecting a small-gauge catheter is not the primary intervention to prevent thrombophlebitis in a client with a history of DVT. The choice of catheter size should be based on the client's clinical needs and vein condition.