Linton: Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing, 6th Edition
Chapter 18: Intravenous Therapy
Open-Book Quiz
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1. When is it appropriate to order intravenous (IV) administration of drugs? (See p. 287
4. Describe the devices developed that reduce the risk of bloodborne injuries acquired
5. Explain the advantages of the peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) over other
6. What are the factors that affect infusion rate, and how do you calculate infusion rate?
8. How would you reduce the risk of inflammation and infection during IV infusions?
9. What are the signs and symptoms of fluid volume excess, and how would you reduce
10. How do you prevent an air embolism when a patient has a central line? (See p. 298 in