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IV Insertion and Extravasation Quiz
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IV Insertion and Extravasation Quiz

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What is the ideal angle for IV insertion?

  • 35-45 degrees (correct)
  • 90 degrees
  • 60-75 degrees
  • 15 degrees

    • What are the signs and symptoms of extravasation?

  • Joint pain and muscle weakness
  • Dizziness and headache
  • Swelling at the site, continued IV flow after occlusion, burning around the IV site (correct)
  • Fever and chills

    • How does insulin regulate glucose levels?

  • By causing a decrease in glucose absorption
  • By inhibiting the sodium-potassium pump
  • By decreasing cellular potassium levels
  • By increasing absorption of glucose into cells by binding with the cell membrane (correct)

    • What is the role of glucagon in blood glucose regulation?

    <p>Raising blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormones compete with each other for blood glucose regulation?

    <p>Insulin and glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is agonist defined?

    <p>A group of medications that alters cellular activity by binding to receptor sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does insulin do to blood glucose levels?

    <p>Lowers them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a sign of extravasation in a patient receiving IV therapy?

    <p>Patient reports of tightness and burning sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does insulin affect the movement of glucose into cells?

    <p>Increases absorption of glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of epinephrine in relation to insulin?

    <p>Enhances the sodium-potassium pump activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone works in opposition to insulin in regulating blood glucose levels?

    <p>Glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of agonist medications in cellular activities?

    <p>Promote cellular activity by attaching to receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which electrolyte level is regulated by insulin in cells?

    <p>Potassium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of extravasation at an IV insertion site?

    <p>Blistering of surrounding tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of insulin in the body?

    <p>To regulate the speed of carrier proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a symptom of extravasation at an IV site?

    <p>Sluggish flow or no flow rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sodium-potassium pump in cells?

    <p>To regulate cellular potassium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In blood glucose regulation, what is the role of glucagon?

    <p>To raise blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular activity does an agonist medication affect?

    <p>Prompting a cellular response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes blistering in surrounding tissue during extravasation?

    <p>Leakage of an irritating agent from a vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for lowering blood glucose levels?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is extravasation in the context of IV therapy?

    <p>The accidental leakage of an irritating agent from a vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does insulin affect glucose absorption into cells?

    <p>It increases glucose absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does glucagon play in blood glucose regulation?

    <p>Raises blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is responsible for lowering blood glucose levels?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common signs and symptoms of extravasation at an IV site?

    <p>Swelling and pain at the site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what direction should an IV be inserted for optimal results?

    <p>35-45 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular activity is affected by agonist medications?

    <p>Promoting cellular response by attaching to receptor sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sodium-potassium pump in cells?

    <p>Regulates cellular potassium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an agonist do in relation to cellular activities?

    <p>Promotes a cellular response by attaching to receptor sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after occlusion of the vein above the IV insertion site in case of extravasation?

    <p>The IV flow continues normally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are potential signs and symptoms of extravasation at an IV site?

    <p>Swelling, sluggish IV flow, and patient-reported tightness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does insulin regulate glucose levels in the body?

    <p>By lowering blood glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of agonist medications in cellular activities?

    <p>To initiate or alter cellular activity by binding to receptor sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone competes with insulin to raise blood glucose levels?

    <p>Glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if there is continued IV flow after occlusion of the vein above the insertion site?

    <p>It indicates a potential sign of extravasation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the functionality of the sodium-potassium pump in cells?

    <p>To maintain cellular potassium levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what angle range is an IV typically inserted for optimal results?

    <p>45-55 degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an agonist medication do when it attaches to receptor sites?

    <p>Alters cellular activity and prompts a response</p> Signup and view all the answers

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