FRAME 71
QUESTION: Briefly state the effect of the
intravenous administration of isotonic, hypertonic,
and hypotonic solutions on a patient's veins.
a. Isotonic solution-_______________________.
b. Hypertonic solution-_____________________.
c. Hypotonic solution-_____________________.
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FRAME 72
QUESTION: The administration of an acidic or an
ANSWER:
alkaline intravenous solution can irritate the
a. Isotonic solution-no
patient's veins. What is this occurrence called?
significant effect.
b. Hypertonic solution-can
_____________________________________
cause irritation to vein.
c. Hypotonic solution- can
cause irritation to vein.
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FRAME 73
QUESTION: Is the addition of a buffering agent to
ANSWER: Thrombophlebitis.
an intravenous solution always desirable? ______
Explain. ________________________________
________________________________________
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FRAME 74
The pros and cons of intravenous therapy have
ANSWER: No. Alteration of a
been discussed. Many formulations of intravenous
solution's pH can affect its
solutions can be obtained. These formulations can
stability and the stability of drugs
be categorized into two main areas in regard to
that are added to it.
intended therapeutic use. These two broad
therapeutic categories are maintenance and
replacement.
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