The RN Is Preparing a Primary IV Line

question 8

Short Answer

The RN is preparing a primary IV line. Does this need to be done using clean or sterile technique?

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Definitions:

ADH

Antidiuretic Hormone, a hormone that helps regulate water balance in the body by controlling the water concentration of urine.

Urine Output

The amount of urine expelled from the body, used as an important indicator of kidney and overall health.

Blood Pressure

The force of circulating blood on the walls of the arteries, a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.

Diencephalon

A structure that includes the thalamus and the hypothalamus. It is located between the cerebral hemispheres and is superior to the brain stem.