IV Solution Components and Fluid Replacement Quiz
12 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary advantage of dissolving medications in large volume solutions for IV infusion?

  • To make the medication more soluble
  • To allow for precise dosing and high fluid volumes (correct)
  • To increase the shelf life of the medication
  • To reduce the cost of the medication

What is a key factor to consider when delivering medications via large volume IV solutions?

  • The compatibility and stability of the drug (correct)
  • The patient's age and weight
  • The availability of other medication options
  • The cost of the medication

What is arginine hydrochloride commonly used as?

  • An electrolyte replacement
  • A dietary supplement (correct)
  • An antibiotic
  • A pain medication

What is one of the applications of arginine hydrochloride?

<p>To stimulate the release of human growth hormone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rapid infusion of L-Arginine Hydrochloride Injection in cases of intoxications with basic drugs?

<p>To rapidly acidify the urine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical condition in which arginine HCI helps in?

<p>Hyperammonemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of sodium lactate in Lactated Ringer's solution?

<p>To help maintain the body's pH balance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Lactated Ringer's solution and Ringer's solution?

<p>Lactated Ringer's solution contains lactate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of fluid replacement in medical practice?

<p>To replenish lost bodily fluids (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is normal saline solution often used as a fluid replacement?

<p>Because it is an isotonic crystalloid solution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of large volume solutions, such as saline and dextrose solutions, in drug administration?

<p>To dissolve and dilute medications for IV administration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using isotonic crystalloid solutions, such as Lactated Ringer's solution, for fluid replacement?

<p>They will not cause potentially dangerous fluid shifts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

More Like This

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance Quiz
6 questions
Intravenous Therapy Overview
8 questions
Fluid Solutions and IV Fluids Quiz
6 questions
IV Solutions and Their Uses
26 questions

IV Solutions and Their Uses

EffortlessLlama7468 avatar
EffortlessLlama7468
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser