A Patient with an IV Complains of Pain and Tenderness

question 15

Multiple Choice

A patient with an IV complains of pain and tenderness at the IV site.The practitioner notes swelling at the IV site.Why should these findings be investigated thoroughly?

• A) The IV has infiltrated
• B) Cellulitis is developing in the surrounding tissue
• C) The possibility of thrombus formation
• D) Inflammation of the vein

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Definitions:

Electromagnetic Spectrum

The range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, from gamma rays to radio waves.

Red Wavelengths

The longer wavelengths of light in the visible spectrum, associated with the color red and having a wavelength of approximately 620 to 750 nanometers.

Blue Wavelengths

Refers to the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths between approximately 450 and 495 nanometers, perceived as the color blue.

Green Wavelengths

Parts of the visible light spectrum that are perceived as green, important for photosynthesis as they are absorbed by plants for energy.