Author Question: Which of these venipuncture sites is preferable to use when initiating IV therapy? a. proximal ... (Read 83 times)

nelaaney · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which of these venipuncture sites is preferable to use when initiating IV therapy?

a. proximal end of a normal forearm or hand
b. any portion of an arm or hand
c. arm with functioning arteriovenous fistula
d. most distal end of a normal forearm, hand, or foot

Question 2

During the preadolescence stage, the child will experience hormonal changes that result in the onset of:

a. adolescence c. menarche
b. maturation d. puberty

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

Answer to Question 1

D
When IV therapy is initiated, the preferable site is to begin with the most distal end of a normal forearm, hand, or foot.

Answer to Question 2

D
The preadolescence stage (ages 10 to 12 years) is marked by rapid physiologic changes having psychological and social implications. The child will experience hormonal changes that result in the onset of puberty.