A toddler with diarrhea has been prescribed IV therapy. The nurse uses an infusion pump for the therapy. Which of the following is most important to consider during this therapy?
A) Check infusion pump for warning of IV infiltration.
B) Administer IV to the vein in the forearm.
C) Ensure that the catheter is in the vein.
D) Ask the family to prevent the child from pulling on the tube.
C
Feedback:
The nurse should keep a check on the IV site to ensure that the catheter is in the vein. The nurse should not assume that the alarm on an infusion pump will provide warning of IV infiltration, especially for children. IV for toddlers and infants is generally administered into the scalp or neck veins, and not the vein in the forearm. The nurse should arrange for restraints to prevent the child from pulling on the tube.
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