Navigating IV Therapy: Unveiling Complications 1. Infection at the IV Site: -Cause:Microbial contamination during insertion or through poor aseptic technique. -Signs & Symptoms:Localised redness, swelling, warmth, and systemic signs of infection. -Management:Prompt removal of cannula, initiation of appropriate antibiotics, and close monitoring. 2. Haematoma Formation: -Cause:Accidental puncture of a blood vessel during insertion, leading to blood accumulation. - Signs & Symptoms:Swelling, bruising, pain at the site. -Management:Removal of cannula, application of pressure, and observation for further bleeding. 3. Phlebitis: -Cause:Inflammation of the vein, often due to irritating infusates or mechanical trauma. -Signs & Symptoms:Redness, tenderness along the vein path, warmth, and swelling. -Management:Removal of cannula, application of warm compresses, and administration of anti-inflammatory agents. 4. Infiltration: -Cause:Dislodgment of the cannula from the vein, leading to fluid leaking into surrounding tissues. -Signs & Symptoms:Swelling, pallor, coolness at the site, and potential pain. -Management:Cannula removal, elevation of the extremity, and application of warm or cool compresses depending on the infusate. #studentnurse #nursingresources #futurenurse #studentnursesoftiktok #futurenursesoftiktok #nursetobe #nurseinprogress #studynursinguk #studentnurseeducation #studentnurseuk #studentnursetiktok #nursingstudentsoftiktok #studentparamedic #studentparamedicuk #nursingschool #nursingstudent