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"Can you describe any sensations you're ”I am going to check if the Fixation tape is
experiencing?" loose and needs a change.”
“Do you feel cold on your insertion site?” "I will assess the IV site for any redness,
swelling, or drainage."
“Do you feel warm on your insertion
"I will check for any signs of infiltration or
site?”
phlebitis."

Infusion monitoring
"Have you noticed any changes in your "I’ll document the amount of fluid infused so
condition?" far."
“Do you feel more energized or more "I’ll monitor the infusion pump for any alarms
lethargic instead? or alerts."
“I’ll check if there is any air in the IV tube/set.”
"Let’s check the IV flow rate to make sure it’s
running at the prescribed rate?"

General symptoms
"Do you feel any nausea or dizziness?" "Can I look at your skin temperature around
"Is there anything specific you’d like to the IV site?"
report about your condition?"
"How is your overall comfort level right

now?"
"Are you experiencing any unusual side
effects?"

Exercise
The following are some side effects of IV. Analyze which symptoms are subjective or objective and choose
the most suitable expressions for each case below.

Possible effect 1: Bruising Possible effect 2: Allergic reaction
Bruising is common after an IV insertion, In rare cases, a person may experience an
especially in the wrist area where the skin is allergic reaction to the materials used in the

thin and sensitive. It can cause discomfort IV catheter or the fluids being administered,
and tenderness around the bruised area. leading to pain, redness, swelling, and
itching at the insertion site.

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