Nur172 Quiz #3 & Final Exam Review Hondros College

NUR172 Quiz #3 & Final Exam ReviewFinal has 85 questions each question is worth 1.176pts ( Must have 67 right )Quiz has 20 questions each question is worth 5pts ( Must have 16 right )Veins in the hands ( called Metacarpal )Cephalic Toward the thumb Basilic Toward the baby finger Catheter Gauges ( The smaller the gage size the larger the catheter )Always choose the appropriate size gauge based off the type of solution being given20 gauges (pink) are typically used for blood transfusions & used to administer Dextrose16 gauge (grey) is the biggest.22 gauge (blue) is the size we used in lab for IV insertions.Patient Controlled Analgesia (Delivers Narcotics for pain control )Inserted Normally 2-3 daysThe patient should be educated that the patient is the only person who can push the PCA pump.If the patient asks their family member to push the button while theyre asleep the answer should be NO!The PCA pump is initiated by 2 nurses and locked to prevent theft.Signs/Symptoms of overdose: Respiratory depression, Changes in levels of conscience, Lethargy, Pulse Ox, RRNursing actions during complications: STOP, Assess RR, assist w/breathing, Tell RN/MD, give NarcanPeripheral Nerve Catheter (Delivers Local anesthetic to the surgical sight )Patient should