Author Question: A nurse providing IV therapy to a child is required to use an armboard to protect the IV site. Which ... (Read 89 times)

vicotolentino · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

A nurse providing IV therapy to a child is required to use an armboard to protect the IV site. Which of the following should the nurse do when using an armboard for the child?

A) Secure the armboard first and then secure the IV.
B) Avoid moving the armboard until therapy is complete.
C) Check extremity after IV therapy is completely finished.
D) Pad the board with a towel and fasten it with tape.

Question 2

A nurse is assigned to assist a client with a warm soak. What should the nurse do when
providing a warm soak?

A) Use distilled water for soaks
B) Set the water to 45 degrees C
C) Stir the water to distribute heat evenly
D) Soak for 45 minutes per treatment

jxjsniuniu · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
The nurse should pad the board with a towel and fasten it with tape. The armboard should be secured to the client's extremity after the IV is in place and secure. The nurse should change the towel or washcloth on the armboard if it is soiled, even if the IV therapy is continuing. The nurse should check the extremity every hour to ensure that circulation is not hampered.

Answer to Question 2

C