Infiltration
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Phlebitis
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Assessment:
Swelling, tenderness, decreased or no infusion rate, blanching
of skin, and site is
cool to touch.
Intervention:
D/C IV and restart in a new site. Apply warm
compress to the affected area.
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Assessment:
Classic sign is red line along course of vein. Other signs include
redness, heat, swelling, and tenderness.
Intervention: D/C IV and
restart in a new
site. Apply warm compress to the affected area.
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1/10/14
Complications of Starting/Maintaining IVs
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