University:
West Coast University
Course:
NURS 103 | Fundamentals of Nursing
Academic year:

2020
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348

Pages:

1
Author:

Nyasia Cardenas

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Nursing Skill STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ IV Therapy SKILL NAME____________________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________ Description of Skill Involves infusing ﬂuids, via an IV catheter to administer medications, supplement ﬂuid intake, or provide ﬂuid replacement, electrolytes, or nutrients. Indications -Repeated blood sampling -IV administration of ﬂuids -IV administration of medications Outcomes/Evaluation -Document patient’s tolerance of the proceedure. -Document the date and time of IV palcement. - Potential Complications -Fluid overload is possible if the volume of the solution is large or the infusion rate is rapid. -Immediate absorption leaves little time to correct errors. -Failure to maintain surgical asepsis can lead to local and systemic infection. -Inﬁltration or extravasation -Phlebitis or thrombophlebitis ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES CONSIDERATIONS Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post) -Check the prescription -Follow the rights of medication administration - Prepare medications in the correct concentration and at a safe rate. -Use extreme caution and observing for adverse reactions or complications. Client Education -Instruct the patient about the procedure and the reason that it has been ordered. -Advise the patient to lie in a comfortable position -Instruct to call for assistance if venipuncture site becomes tender or sore or if redness or swelling develops. Nursing Interventions -Assess the IV site for signs of inﬁltration extravasation or phlebitis. -Change IV site every 72 hours or according to hospital policy THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A9