A student is learning how to administer intravenous fluids, ...

[washai]

A student is learning how to administer intravenous fluids, including accessing a vein. Although all of the following may occur, which is the most potentially harmful risk posed for the client when accessing the vein?
 
  A) Discomfort
  B) Pain
  C) Minor bleeding
  D) Infection

Question 2

Which location might the nurse use to assess the condition of an insertion site for a central venous access device?
 
  A) Below the sternum
  B) Over the fourth intercostal space
  C) Over the jugular vein
  D) The back of the hand

[frankwu0507]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Accessing a vein increases the risk for infection. Sterile technique must be used when puncturing the vein.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Central venous access devices are usually introduced into the subclavian or jugular vein and passed to the superior vena cava, just above the atrium. The nurse would assess the insertion site over the jugular vein in this question.

[washai]

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