Therapy IVTherapy - Active Learning Template PDF

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ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE:

Therapeutic Procedure

Gavin Isaac STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ IV Therapy PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________

REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________

Description of Procedure 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

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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

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