The Nurse Is Preparing to Restart a Patient's Intravenous Line

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to restart a patient's intravenous line and discovers that the patient has no usable veins in either arm. To solve this problem, the nurse should:

• A) discuss the problem with the nurse in charge.
• B) not start the intravenous line.
• C) conduct an internet search for infusion journal articles.
• D) contact the physician and report the concern.

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Definitions:

Mitral Valve

A valve in the heart that allows blood to flow from the left atrium into the left ventricle but prevents it from flowing back into the atrium.

Atrioventricular Valve

Heart valves located between the atria and ventricles of the heart, facilitating unidirectional blood flow.

Bicuspid Valve

A valve in the heart that has two cusps or flaps, and controls blood flow between the left atrium and the left ventricle; also known as the mitral valve.

Sinoatrial Node

The heart's natural pacemaker, located in the right atrium, responsible for initiating the heart's contractions.