Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 1716 of 2368
How often should the nurse assess the IV site for patency in a child with an IV infusion?
- Every 4 hours
- Every hour
- Every 8 hours
- Once a day
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Correct answer: Every hour
A child's IV site is assessed every hour for patency, and fluid volumes and signs of overload are monitored frequently.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), IV Therapy Management: Subjective Assessment. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026