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Ati RN Pharmacology 2019 - Exam 3
Ati RN Pharmacology 2019 - Exam 3 ( 60 Questions)
A nurse is preparing to initiate IV therapy for a client. Which of the following sites should the nurse use to place the peripheral IV catheter?
The dorsal vein is not typically used for peripheral IV catheter placement due to its location and potential for complications.
The nondominant forearm basilic vein is a common site for peripheral IV catheter placement due to its accessibility and stability.
The distal dorsal vein is not a common site for peripheral IV catheter placement.
The antecubital basilic vein can be used, but the nondominant forearm basilic vein is often preferred for peripheral IV catheter placement due to its accessibility and stability.
Choice A rationale:
The dorsal vein is not typically used for peripheral IV catheter placement due to its location and potential for complications.
Choice B rationale:
The nondominant forearm basilic vein is a common site for peripheral IV catheter placement due to its accessibility and stability.
Choice C rationale:
The distal dorsal vein is not a common site for peripheral IV catheter placement.
Choice D rationale:
The antecubital basilic vein can be used, but the nondominant forearm basilic vein is often preferred for peripheral IV catheter placement due to its accessibility and stability.