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The number of drops needed to deliver 1 mL of fluid.
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Drop Factor
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Size of a cannula (catheter) opening; gradual measurements of the outside diameter of a cannula
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Gauge
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Any infection in the fascia.
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Cellulitis
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Venipuncture should be _____ to previous punctures.
a)proximal b)distal c)lateral |
a)proximal to previous puncture
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An __-guage catheter is preferred when doing transfusion therapy.
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18
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Only _____ attempts at venipuncture are recommended.
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2
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A peripheral short catheter should be removed every ___.
a)day b)48 hours c)72 hours d)72 days |
c)72 hours.
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The IV setup should be labeled in ___ spots.
a)1 b)2 c)3 d)4 |
c)3
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An IV set that delivers 10, 15 or 20 drops per1 mL or drop factor
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Macrodrip
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An IV set that delivers 60 drops per 1 mL
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Microdrip
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Inflammation of the vein in which the endothelial cells of the venous wall become irritated and cells roughen, allowing platelets to adhere
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Phlebitis
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A twofold injury, that is thrombosis and inflammation
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Thrombophlebitis
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Inadvertent administration of a vesicant solution into surrounding tissue.Necrosis may occur.
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Extravasation
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