Veins that appear straight, distal, and non-branching are non-preferable.
Which anatomical site is an appropriate choice for insertion of peripheral intravenous venipuncture (PIV)? Select All That Apply
What should be done when infiltration is suspected?
TRUE | FALSE | |
|---|---|---|
Stop infusion | ||
Discontinue IV | ||
Assess infiltrated site | ||
Apply cold or hot compress | ||
Reuse the PIV after 1 hour | ||
Call the doctor to ask if you should keep running the medication | ||
Document infiltration | ||
Elevate the affected extremity |
Drag and drop which of the following supplies are needed to start a PIV and what is not needed in starting a PIV:
Secondary IV tubing
Non-Sterile Gloves
Stethoscope
IV starter kit
Sterile Gloves
IV Extension Set
IV Catheters
10 mL Saline Flush
IV Fluids or Medication
Fill Needle
Primary IV tubing
Supplies NEEDED to start a PIV:
Supplies NOT NEEDED to start a PIV:
What are items that are included in labeling the IV site?
Tourniquet is applied
Put in chronological order the steps of removing a peripheral IV.
Remove catheter flush with the skin
Loosen the edges of the IV dressing
Cover site with bandaid and remove in 24 hours
Use a 2x2 gauze and place it at the insertion site
Hand hygiene/put on gloves
Apply pressure until bleeding is stopped
List the signs of infiltration?
Veins should feel spongy on palpation without pulses.
BONUS: How long can a PIV remain in place before needing to be removed or replaced?