When assessing a local infusion pump site, the nurse notes that which of the following requires an intervention?
a. The device is labeled, indicating that an anesthetic is being used.
b. The catheter connections are loose.
c. Surgical dressings are dry and intact.
d. No blood backup is present in the tubing.
B
Assess the catheter connections; all should be firmly attached. If connections become detached, do not reattach because infection could occur. Notify the physician. The label on the device provides information regarding type of anesthetic, concentration, volume, flow rate, date and time prepared, and the name of the person who prepared it. The nurse should read this label. The dressing should be dry and intact. If not, stop the infusion and notify the physician. The catheter may not be placed properly. Assess for blood backing up in the tubing. If blood is present, stop the infusion and notify the physician. This indicates possible displacement of the catheter into a blood vessel.
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