The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Peripheral

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a peripheral intravenous (IV) line.What should the nurse do during the IV site dressing change to prevent accidental dislodgement of the IV catheter?

• A) Stabilize the IV catheter until the tape is in place.
• B) Place folded gauze under the IV catheter hub.
• C) Wear clean gloves to remove the old dressing.
• D) Clean in a circular motion away from the site.

Recognize the societal and medical culture’s perspectives on death as a deviance or failure.

Comprehend the technological imperative and its implications in health care.

Understand the ethics and implications of using cadavers for medical training and research.

Grasp the range of skills necessary for effective end-of-life care, including inherent and learned abilities.

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Definitions:

Water Seal

Water seal refers to a system used in chest drainage devices that prevents air from re-entering the pleural space while allowing air and fluids to exit, facilitating lung expansion.

Ventilator

A medical device used to assist or take over breathing for a patient who is unable to breathe adequately on their own.

Water-Seal Chamber

A component of chest drainage systems designed to prevent air from re-entering the pleural space while allowing gas and fluid to escape from the chest.

Suction-Control Chamber

Part of a chest drainage system that regulates the negative pressure applied, helping to remove air, fluid, or pus from the thoracic cavity.