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Define Confidentiality and Privacy and Describe How They Are Different

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Define confidentiality and privacy and describe how they are different.


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Peripheral IV Access

The most common method for intravenous therapy, involving the insertion of a small catheter into a peripheral vein for the administration of medications or fluids.

IV Site Dressing

An IV site dressing is a sterile covering applied over the area where an intravenous line enters a patient's body to prevent infection and secure the line.

Sterile Gauze

A piece of fabric, free from bacteria or other living microorganisms, used for dressing wounds and preventing infection.

Sterile Gloves

Gloves that have been treated to eliminate all microorganisms and are used in medical procedures to maintain a sterile environment.

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