Question 1

As Mr. Blair is receiving an IV fluid infiltration, some of the fluid is accidentally injected into the tissues surrounding the vein. Which of the following is/are true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mr. Blair is experiencing extravasation; the needle must be removed. 
B)  Mr. Blair is experiencing infiltration; heat to the affected area will help alleviate the pain. 
C)  Mr. Blair is experiencing extravasation; the needle should be immobilized at the injection site while pressure is applied to stop any accompanying bleeding. 
D)  a and b. 
E)  b and c.

Question 2

Pain at an injection site is more frequently caused by:

Accepted Answer

A)  needle puncture of the skin. 
B)  diameter of the needle. 
C)  applying firm pressure as the needle is withdrawn. 
D)  rubbing or jiggling the site after the needle is withdrawn. 
E)  the antiseptic swab.

Exam 8: Routes of Drug Administration

As Mr. Blair is receiving an IV fluid infiltration, some of the fluid is accidentally injected into the tissues surrounding the vein. Which of the following is/are true?

Pain at an injection site is more frequently caused by: