Which of the Following Assessments Would Indicate Infiltration of a Patient's

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following assessments would indicate infiltration of a patient's IV line? (Select all that apply. )

• A)Edema of the extremity near the insertion site.
• B)Skin discoloured or bruised in appearance.
• C)Pain and warmth at the insertion site.
• D)Skin cool to the touch.
• E)Reddish streak proximal to the insertion site.
• F)Numbness or loss of sensation.
• G)Palpable venous cord.

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