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¶ … patient is receiving fluids/medications via IV therapy (this is not related to the IV insertion site) List at least three and discuss in moderate detail to show understanding.
Phlebitis is an infection or blood clot that oftentimes occurs at the insertion site, but also spreads throughout the veins. It can present with soreness, redness, swelling (to a degree), irritation and can travel through the veins in a discernable manner. Another possible complication is hypersensitivity. Hypersensitivity presents itself with rashes, hives, wheezing, and/or a sudden fever. The Nursing Center states that the administering medical professional should "stay with your patient for five or ten minutes to detect early signs and symptoms of hypertension" (Nursing Center, 2014). A third complication that can take place is called infiltration. Infiltration happens when fluid from the IV leaks into the surrounding tissues. Sometimes it is due to the displacement...
Some of the signs to look for include; the patient has cool tight skin, burning and swelling are often present, blanching and patient discomfort are also signs of infiltration.
2. A medical officer has ordered a patient 40 mmol of Potassium ChloIride in 1000 mls Normal Saline (premix bags) to run at 80 mls/hr
a. Please state 4 main special precautions you need to be aware of when administering Potassium Chloride via the Intravenous route to ensure patient safety (Please use the Australian Injectable Handbook in the Tafe library for accurate information)
When administering Potassium Chloride via the intravenous route, the medical professional must be aware of any possible complications that can take place if precautions are not taken.
It must be administered in the correct manner or, as the Australian…
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