Author Question: A 15-year-old adolescent has been recently diagnosed with cancer. He will be receiving IV ... (Read 39 times)

charchew · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A 15-year-old adolescent has been recently diagnosed with cancer. He will be receiving IV chemotherapy for several weeks. Which of the following vascular access devices would be least appropriate for the administration of his IV chemotherapy?

A. Implanted port
B. Peripherally placed IV cannula
C. Tunneled catheter
D. Peripherally inserted central catheter

Question 2

Michael has been diagnosed with a progressive neuromuscular disease. He is curious about what to expect and has numerous questions for both his health care provider and his nurse.

He is having difficulty walking and has less awareness of the position of his body. Michael asks the nurse if there is a word to describe this phenomenon. What is the term to best describe this? A. Balance
B. Proprioception
C. Posture
D. Hyperextension

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

Answer to Question 1

B
Peripherally placed cannulas are inserted into veins of the hand and arm for short-term use (e.g., to restore fluid volume). Centrally placed catheters, peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), tunneled catheters, and implanted ports are venous access devices designed for long-term use.

Answer to Question 2

B
The nervous system also regulates posture. Posture requires coordination of proprioception and balance. Proprioception is the awareness of the position of the body and its parts and is dependent on impulses from the inner ear and from receptors in joints and ligaments.