FREE NURSING AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT NCO

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FREE NURSING AND STUDY GAMES ABOUT NCO

INTRAVENOUS FLUI EXAM QUESTIONS

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-Guarantee passing score -37 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation Question 1: The nurse is preparing an IV infusion before initiating an IV. The nurse removes the protective sheath covering the tubing insertion spike and accidentally touches the spike. What is the nurse's best action at this time?

Answer:

Discard IV tubing and obtain a new one.Question 2: At what angle should an IV catheter puncture the skin and vein during insertion in a middle-aged adult?

Answer:

10-30 degree angle

Question 3: - Image A

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Answer:

• Allows continouus inpsection of site, provides barrier to moisture and microorganisms
• Used to administer an IV infusion
• Provides microbiciidal activity

• Reduces venous return, causing dist
• Used to flush or lock the IV
• Used to prevent

Question 4: FVD ( Fluid Volume Deficit)

Answer:

• Behavioral changes
• Dry skin and mucous membranes
• Decrease in blood pressure

Question 5: The nurse is preparing an IV infusion before initiating an IV. Which of the following is a correct action performed by the nurse?

Answer:

After spiking the bag of IV fluids, the nurse fills the drip chamber 1/3 to 1/2 full and primes the tubing, making sure there are no bubbles.

Question 6: - 0.9 % Sodium Chloride Injection USP

• Lactated Ringers Injection USP
• 0.45 % Sodium Chloride Injection USP
• 5 % Dextrose and 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP
• 5% Dextrose and 0.45 % Sodium Chloride Injection USP

Answer:

• isotonic
• isotonic
• hypotonic
• hypertonic
• hypertonic

Question 7: FVE ( Fluid Volume Excess)

Answer:

-Distended neck veins

• Increase in blood pressure
• Abnormal lung sounds

Question 8: An elderly patient is receiving 0.9% normal saline at 125 mL per hour. The nursing assistive personnel (NAP) reports the patient is complaining of feeling short of breath. The nurse determines the patient is experiencing fluid volume excess. What other sy

Answer:

• Crackles in lungs.
• Peripheral edema.

• Dyspnea

Question 9: Deficient knowledge related to lack of experience with IV therapy

Risk for infection related to invasive procedure of IV catheter insertion Risk for excess fluid volume related to alteration in regulatory mechanisms of hydration Acute pain related to I

Answer:

• Pt identifies one symptom
• Pt is free of complications
• Pt's fluid volume status is balanced
• Pt verbalizes comfort at site

Question 10: Which of the following sites should be avoided when initiating an intravenous infusion? (Select all that apply.)

Answer:

• The left arm of a patient who has a history of a left-sided mastectomy.
• An area of venous bifurcation or palpation of valves.
• Side of paralysis

Question 11: A patient has been admitted with dehydration. Which of the following IV solutions would you expect to infuse?

Answer:

0.45% sodium chloride

Question 12: 1. 0.9% NaCl or D5W

• Isotonic fluids are generally given to correct this problem
• Administered to rehydrate cells (e.g., 0.45% NaCl)
• Given carefully to renal and cardiac patients because it pulls fluid into the vascular space

Answer:

• an isotonic solution
• fluid volume deficit
• a hypotonic solution
• a hypertonic solution

Question 13: Which of the following would be consistent with phlebitis? (Select all that apply.)

Answer:

• Pain
• Redness

Question 14: FVE (Fluid volume excess)

Answer:

• Peripheral edema
• Increase in daily weight by 1 kg

Question 15: Which site should the nurse choose?

Answer:

The most distal site in the nondominant arm Question 16: When should the tourniquet be released a second time during the procedure for insertion of a peripheral intravenous device?

Answer:

After a "flashback" of blood is observed and the catheter has been advanced off the stylet.

Question 17: FVD ( Fluid Volume Deficit)

Answer:

• Thirst

-Decreased skin turgor

• Decreased urine output

Question 18: The nurse notices failure of flow in the drip chamber with the roller clamp open and an absence of swelling at the insertion site. What should the nurse do? (Select all that apply.)

Answer:

• Determine patency by aspirating for a blood return.

-Check for kinking of IV tubing Question 19: A patient has been receiving intravenous (IV) antibiotics and as a result has had several IV site locations. What action can the nurse take to promote venous distention in the patient? (Select all that apply.)

Answer:

• Apply a warm pack to the arm for several minutes.
• Rub or stroke the patient's arm.