MCN RLE FE

Front

What is the primary purpose of intravenous (IV) therapy?

Back

To infuse solutions, medications, or blood directly into a vein.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a common reason for IV therapy? a. Administering blood or blood products, b. Delivering nutrients to patients who cannot eat, c. Treating mild dehydration that can be managed with oral fluids, d. Replacing fluids and electrolytes

Back

Treating mild dehydration that can be managed with oral fluids

Front

Which type of IV solution has the same osmolality as body fluids? Options: a. Hypotonic, b. Hypertonic, c. Isotonic, d. Alkaline

Back

Isotonic

Front

What is the preferred location for inserting a peripheral IV (PIV)? Options: a. Abdomen, b. Upper extremities (hands and arms), c. Lower extremities (legs and feet), d. Neck

Back

Upper extremities (hands and arms)

Front

Which of the following is a potential complication of IV therapy? a. Phlebitis, b. Hemorrhage, c. Air embolism, d. All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

What should a nurse do first if infiltration occurs at an IV site?

Back

Stop the infusion and remove the IV catheter

Front

What is the recommended frequency for assessing a saline lock IV site? Options: a. Every 24 hours, b. Every 12 hours, c. Every 6 hours, d. Only when the patient complains of pain

Back

Every 12 hours

Front

Which catheter type is used for long-term IV therapy and is inserted into a large central vein?

Back

Central venous catheter (CVC)

Front

What is the best way to prevent infection at an IV insertion site? Options: a. Use aseptic technique and perform hand hygiene, b. Change the IV site every 24 hours, c. Avoid touching the IV site, d. Limit the amount of IV fluids given

Back

Use aseptic technique and perform hand hygiene

Front

What should be done if an air embolism is suspected? Options: a. Remove the IV catheter immediately, b. Place the patient in a Trendelenburg position on the left side, c. Encourage the patient to cough forcefully, d. Apply a cold compress to the site

Back

Place the patient in a Trendelenburg position on the left side