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Infected IV sites may become red, inflamed, and warm to the touch. The site may also be painful. When an IV site shows signs of infection the IV should be discontinued and a new one started.
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Microorganisms which have been identified to cause infection at IV cannula site?
bacteria
What happens if IV site is infected?
The IV needs to be removed and the patient may need antibiotics to prevent the infection from entering the bloodstream.
What risks exist for the patient in undergoing nutrition through an intravenous line?
There is a risk of infection at the injection site, and for patients on long term IV therapy, the risk of an infection spreading to the entire body is fairly high. It is possible that the IV solution may not provide all of the nutrients needed.
What aftercare is prescribed for patients of intravenous rehydration?
Patients need to take fluids by mouth before an IV solution is discontinued. After the IV needle is removed, the site should be inspected for any signs of bleeding or infection.
What is the treatment for iv infection?
Depends on the infection!!?? Viral, bacteria, fungal, ect.
Case study taking it on chin part IV what does the antibody trigger tell the physician what does this mean?
it tells the phyisican that the patient is not protected from the tetanus infection
Why would it be easier for a doctor to tell that someone has a viral infection when the virus in the lytic cycle?
i asked this site and no answer wow
What is the complication of IV?
There are a few complications. Two serious ones are phlebitis, which is inflammation and red streaks usually up the arm or, infiltration which is swelling and coolness at the IV site, that can lead to edema. Of course with any penetration into the skin you have a risk of infection.
What to do when there's pain in iv site?
Stop the inufsion if there is one and resite Iv
Why is IV tubing changed periodically?
to reduce the occurence of infection
IV selection site?
Distal to Proximal
What site can you find GTAIV?
The site you can find GTA IV is well, GTA IV.com
