Inflammation of a vein from an IV catheter is called:
a. infiltration c. extravasation
b. edema d. phlebitis
D
Phlebitis or inflammation of a vein may result from either mechanical or chemical trauma or bacterial invasion of the site. Inserting a device with too large a gauge, using a vein that is too small or fragile, or leaving the device in place for too long may cause mechanical trauma. Chemical trauma may result from infusing too rapidly or from an acidic solution, hypertonic solution, a solution containing electrolytes (especially potassium and magnesium) or other medications.
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