When caring for a client receiving peripheral intravenous fluid infusion in the acute care setting, the nurse is responsible for routinely:
a. assessing for the 7 rights of medication administration.
b. evaluating effectiveness of IV therapy.
c. providing instructions for central venous catheter care at home.
d. assessing for complications of infusion.
ANS: A, B, D
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Correct a, b, & d are necessary nursing interventions.
Incorrect c. These instructions are given only the clients being discharged with a central venous catheter. This client is receiving peripheral infusion.
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