The nurse is preparing to start an IV on a child anticipating at least four days of IV therapy. The nurse would likely choose for the infusion:
a. a butterfly needle. c. a central venous access.
b. a catheter. d. an intra-arterial catheter.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: Butterfly needles are more appropriate for use in hours rather than days of IV therapy.
B Correct: Catheters are preferred for days of IV therapy.
C Incorrect: There is not indication for a health care provider to insert a central venous catheter. The insertion is beyond the scope of practice for a nurse.
D Incorrect: The fluids are to be administered intravenously, not intra-arterially.
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