What is a potential consequence of not clamping the IV line after administration?

Not clamping the IV line after administration can lead to improper medication dosage. This is because, if the IV line remains open, the medication may continue to infuse into the bloodstream beyond the intended dose. Medications delivered intravenously are carefully dosed to ensure therapeutic levels without exceeding safe limits. Failing to clamp the line can result in a higher volume of medication being delivered, increasing the risk of toxicity or adverse effects for patients.

While other consequences like increased risk of infection might be a concern with any IV line usage, they are not directly tied to the act of administering and failing to clamp it afterward. Adequate medication absorption is generally achieved through proper IV administration technique, which is not directly influenced by whether the line is clamped or not. Additionally, clamping the line is a critical part of monitoring, so it's incorrect to say that less monitoring would be required. Therefore, the risk of improper medication dosage is the most direct consequence of not clamping the IV line after administration.