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Which type of dehydration involves a proportional loss of sodium and water?
Which type of dehydration involves a proportional loss of sodium and water?
- Hypotonic dehydration
- Isotonic dehydration (correct)
- Hypertonic dehydration
- Exsiccosis
Which of the following is a contraindication for central venous access?
Which of the following is a contraindication for central venous access?
- Phlebitis
- Dehydration
- Sepsis (correct)
- Vasodilation
What is the typical duration for a peripheral short cannula to remain in place before needing replacement?
What is the typical duration for a peripheral short cannula to remain in place before needing replacement?
- 48-96 hours (correct)
- 24 hours
- 7 days
- 2 weeks
Where is the central venous catheter (CVC) typically inserted?
Where is the central venous catheter (CVC) typically inserted?
What is the primary purpose of an implanted port in infusion therapy?
What is the primary purpose of an implanted port in infusion therapy?
Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for using an implanted port with winged needle?
Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for using an implanted port with winged needle?
What is the key difference between a Tunneled Central Venous Catheter and a Non-Tunneled Central Venous Catheter?
What is the key difference between a Tunneled Central Venous Catheter and a Non-Tunneled Central Venous Catheter?
What is the main reason for using an Implanted Port instead of a Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)?
What is the main reason for using an Implanted Port instead of a Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)?
In the context of Central Venous Catheters (CVC), what is the purpose of an antibiotic lock?
In the context of Central Venous Catheters (CVC), what is the purpose of an antibiotic lock?
What is the recommended duration for bandage exchange after a Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion?
What is the recommended duration for bandage exchange after a Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion?
When drawing blood from a Central Venous Catheter (CVC), what should be done before stopping medication/infusion?
When drawing blood from a Central Venous Catheter (CVC), what should be done before stopping medication/infusion?
What is the purpose of drawing back three times the amount of blood in the cannula stem with a syringe?
What is the purpose of drawing back three times the amount of blood in the cannula stem with a syringe?
Why is it important to rinse the cannula with a sodium solution before drawing blood?
Why is it important to rinse the cannula with a sodium solution before drawing blood?
When should a change of infusion equipment, including bandages, be performed?
When should a change of infusion equipment, including bandages, be performed?
What is the purpose of using in-line filters in some tubing sets?
What is the purpose of using in-line filters in some tubing sets?
Why is it recommended to change a central venous catheter (CVC) to the other side?
Why is it recommended to change a central venous catheter (CVC) to the other side?
What is an important step in preventing complications related to sepsis/antisepsis when managing implanted ports?
What is an important step in preventing complications related to sepsis/antisepsis when managing implanted ports?
