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Week 12 - Fluids, Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance
Week 12 - Fluids, Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance
Week 12 - Fluids, Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance
1. Vein Selection
a) Use distal veins of the arm first; subsequent IV starts should be
proximal to the previous site.
b) Use the client’s nondominant arm whenever possible.
c) Select a vein that is:
(1) Easily palpated and feels soft and full
(2) Naturally splinted by bone
(3) Large enough to allow adequate circulation around the
catheter.
d) Avoid using veins that are:
(1) In areas of flexion (e.g., the antecubital fossa)
(2) Highly visible, because they tend to roll away from the
needle
(3) Damaged by previous use, phlebitis, infiltration, or
sclerosis
(4) Continually distended with blood, or knotted or tortuous
(5) In a surgically compromised or injured extremity (e.g.,
following a mastectomy), because of possible impaired
circulation and discomfort for the client.
C. Intravenous Infusion Equipment
1. Intravenous Catheters
2. Solution Containers
3. Infusion Administration Set
4. Intravenous Filters
5. Intravenous Poles