PIVIE

You must write a STARS report for a Grade 2 infiltrate

True

False

The Safety Huddle binder contains the PIVIE tool that is used to assist staff with post-PIVIE care.

True

False

The Safety Huddle binder can be found in which location?

The ANM office

Emily's office

Cabinets above the 724 computer

Amber's office

A patient complains of pain at the forearm IV site and upon assessment the site appears red and swollen. What measurements are needed?

The circumference of the swollen area and the length of the arm from axilla to longest finger

The length of the swelling and the circumference of the arm

The length of the swollen area and the length of the arm from axilla to longest finger

The circumference of the swelling and the circumference of the arm

You measure the length of the swelling to be 19 cm and the length of the arm to be 53 cm. What percentage of infiltration is this? (Numbers only)

What grade would you give the above infiltration? (35.8%)

Grade 1

Grade 2

Grade 3

Grade 4

Where would you chart the PIV education given to the patient/parents in the chart?

PIV education tab

Harm prevention tab

Vascular access tab

You do not need to chart education unless there is an infiltration

You can measure the site with a CNA as long as they co-sign in the chart.

True

False

You do not need to notify the physician for a Grade 3 infiltrate.

True

False

You should apply warm pack to the site to help with pain and reduce swelling.

True

False

Specific care plans and education should be used for infiltrations.

True

False

Bonus Question: What does TLC stand for in regards to assessing a PIV?

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