Intravenous Therapy OBJECTIVES: After reading this chapter, you should be able to: Spell and define key terms. Describe
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Intravenous Therapy OBJECTIVES: After reading this chapter, you should be able to: Spell and define key terms. Describe how to select the insertion site for IV therapy. List at least five factors influencing the type of device selected for venipuncture. List at least 10 precautions to take when starting an IV. Explain why immobilizing the insertion site is important. State the purpose of IV controllers and volumetric pumps and describe how each is used. Describe five common complications of IV therapy, and list signs and symptoms of each. State the purpose of a heparin lock. List considerations for pediatric IV therapy. State the purpose of a central intravenous catheter. Describe precautions to take when checking blood, and list signs and symptoms of a transfusion reaction.