Nur 172 quiz 1 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NUR 172 Quiz 3 Prep with Questions and Answers The veins on top of the hand are called what ANSWER metacarpal Main vein on the thumb side of the hand ANSWER cephalic the gauge of the catheter should be chosen based on ANSWER the type of solution to be administered When placing an IV on a patient taking anticoagulants or having fragile veins ANSWER do not use a tourniquet Sodium (Na+) ANSWER 135-145; extracellular; low Na causes seizures; place on seizure precautions (padded side r...

NUR 172 Quiz 3/Final Exam Questions And Correct Answers Metacarpal Veins - answerVeins in the hands cephalic vein - answermain vein on the thumb side of the hand What type of gloves are worn when inserting an IV? - answerclean gloves How should you determine the catheter gauge to use? - answerby the type of solution that will be administered What should be avoided when placing an IV on a patient that is taking anticoagulants or has fragile veins? - answera tourniquet What can be used in...