Intravenous Therapy

The jugular vein is not a common site for IV insertion due to its proximity to vital structures and the risk of complications.

Dextrose concentrations above 10% can cause irritation and damage to peripheral veins.

Peripheral IV catheters are small, flexible tubes inserted into a peripheral vein for short-term infusions.

Heparin is an anticoagulant that helps prevent blood clots from forming in the IV catheter.

Infiltration, extravasation, and air embolism are all potential complications of IV therapy.

The recommended rate of IV fluid infusion for an adult patient is typically between 100-150 mL/hr.

Normal saline (0.9% NaCl) is commonly used for volume resuscitation due to its similarity to the composition of extracellular fluid.

The purpose of a blood transfusion is to replace lost blood and restore blood volume.

Blood type O+ is known as the universal donor because it can be safely transfused to patients of all blood types.

Continuous infusion is the most common type of IV medication administration, where the medication is delivered at a constant rate over a period of time.

Administering medications through the IV line is not a nursing consideration, but rather a task performed by healthcare professionals with appropriate training and authorization.

The maximum volume of fluid that can be safely infused through a peripheral IV catheter is typically around 1500 mL/day.

Hemolytic reaction, anaphylactic reaction, and transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI) are all potential complications of blood transfusion.

IV fluid infusion should be monitored every hour, especially during the initial stages of therapy.

Central venous catheters are commonly used for long-term infusions, as they allow for the administration of medications and fluids directly into a large vein.