Author Question: A nurse has successfully initiated an IV infusion as ordered for a client. After securing the IV ... (Read 54 times)

abc · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse has successfully initiated an IV infusion as ordered for a client. After securing the IV catheter and tubing, which of these actions should the nurse take next?

a. Document the IV insertion in the nurse's notes.
b. Start an IV flow sheet.
c. Prepare the next bag of solution for infusion, and leave it at the client's bedside.
d. Place a label with the date and time of insertion and the size and gauge of catheter on the dressing.

Question 2

Flexion of the fetal head, a fetal mechanism of labor, assists it to move through the maternal pelvis by:

a. allowing the narrowest part of the skull to enter the pelvic outlet
b. causing lightening
c. facilitating engagement
d. shortening the entire birth process

Brummell1998 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
The final step in the insertion of an IV catheter is to place a label with the date and time of insertion and the size and gauge of catheter on the dressing. When client care is complete, document in the medical record.

Answer to Question 2

A
During the birth process, flexion of the fetal head assists it to move through the maternal pelvis by allowing the narrowest part of the skull to enter the pelvic outlet.