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Tazate

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Loss of patency of the vein would be indicated by which of the following symptoms?
 A) Redness around the site
  B) Blood in the IV tubing
  C) Hardness of the vein
  D) Discoloration of the skin

Question 2

When medication fluid leaks from the cannula or vein into the tissues surrounding the site, this is known as:
 A) infiltration.
  B) extravasation.
  C) edema.
  D) Both a and b



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D





 

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