Post Course- IV Therapy Quiz (Set 1)

What is the first treatment for symptomatic hyperkalemia?

• Oral potassium

• Dextrose only

• IV calcium gluconate

• IV saline

Which electrolyte imbalance may cause tetany and spasms?

• Hyperkalemia

• Hypocalcemia

• Hypernatremia

• Hyperglycemia

What is the normal potassium level in the blood?

• 2.5-3.0 mmol/L

• 3.5-5.0 mmol/L

• 5.5-6.0 mmol/L

• 1.0-2.0 mmol/L

Which protocol ensures cannula patency?

• Daily dressing

• Routine flushing with saline

• Removing every hour

• Cutting the tubing

What dressing is preferred when the IV site is bleeding?

• Transparent dressing

• Gauze dressing

• Band-aid

• No dressing

Which patient instruction is correct?

• Move the IV arm frequently

• Ignore redness

• Report discomfort or swelling

• Remove cannula yourself

What is the recommended scrubbing time for the hub to be effective?

• 3 seconds

• 5 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 15 seconds

Which of the following is considered more effective than simple wiping?

• Blowing air on the hub

• Scrubbing with alcohol for 15 seconds

• Using sterile gauze

• Flushing with saline

Which motion is recommended for 'Scrub The Hub'?

• Dabbing

• Juicing an orange

• Circular patting

• Swabbing in a straight line

What does a tourniquet do during phlebotomy?

• Speeds up blood flow

• Stops blood flow

• Makes veins more visible by pooling blood

• Cools down the vein