Author Question: Client is having a catheter inserted through the subcutaneous tissue between the nipple and clavicle ... (Read 44 times)

go.lag · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

client is having a catheter inserted through the subcutaneous tissue between the nipple and clavicle with the catheter tip inserted through the cephalic or external jugular vein and threaded to the right atrium. This type of catheter is considered a(n):

1. tunneled catheter.
2. nontunneled catheter.
3. peripherally inserted central catheter.
4. implantable port.

Question 2

The client is receiving sodium chloride 0.45 by IV infusion. If the fluid is infused beyond the client's tolerance, the client is at risk for:

1. cardiac overload. 3. cellular dehydration.
2. water intoxication. 4. increased osmotic pressure.