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:
IV Catheters
Fill Needle
Primary IV tubing
IV starter kit
IV Fluids or Medication
Non-Sterile Gloves
IV Extension Set
Stethoscope
Sterile Gloves
Secondary IV tubing
10 mL Saline Flush
Supplies NEEDED to start a PIV:
Supplies NOT NEEDED to start a PIV:
What are items that are included in labeling the IV site?
Put in chronological order the steps of removing a peripheral IV.
Hand hygiene/put on gloves
Use a 2x2 gauze and place it at the insertion site
Apply pressure until bleeding is stopped
Loosen the edges of the IV dressing
Cover site with bandaid and remove in 24 hours
Remove catheter flush with the skin
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?