IV Therapy Basics

Which of the following patients might require infusion therapy?

A licensed healthcare providers order for IV fluids does not need to include the rate of infusion or the total dose.

What are the two major types of IV solutions?

Solutions containing protein, lipids, and high concentrations of __________ can provide the calories and nutrition needed to sustain life.

Which type of IV solution is frequently referred to as a plasma volume expander?

Osmolarity and osmolality are significantly different in human body fluids.

Name two examples of colloidal solutions used in infusion therapy.

Match the following blood products with their primary use:

What color is a 20-gauge catheter?

Veins in the lower extremities are recommended for infusion therapy in adult patients.

What is the recommended action if a more distal site is available and appropriate for short-term IV access?

A vein selected for short-term infusion therapy should be ________.

Which gauge catheter is most appropriate for trauma, surgery, or blood transfusion?

Midline catheters are appropriate for therapies expected to last between 4 and 8 weeks.

Why should veins in areas of flexion such as the wrist and antecubital fossa be avoided for IVAD placement?

Match the catheter gauge with its corresponding color:

Which resource is commonly utilized in healthcare facilities as a standard for verifying medication compatibility?

Medication incompatibilities are a rare occurrence in hospitals and do not significantly contribute to intravenous medication errors.

Name two potential adverse effects that can result from medication incompatibility during intravenous administration.

Veins contain structures known as ________ which prevent the backflow of blood, aiding in returning blood to the heart.

What is the anticipated fluid movement when an isotonic intravenous fluid is administered to a patient?

Match the layer of the vein wall with its primary description:

In older adults, the dermal layer of the skin typically becomes thicker, which simplifies the placement of peripheral intravenous catheters.

Due to the increased fragility of blood vessels in older adults, ________ and ________ are potential skin-related complications to monitor for after infusion therapy.

The American Heart Association recommends the IO route as the primary route in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

What is the primary purpose of needleless systems in infusion therapy?

According to The Joint Commission's recommendations, how long should a nurse scrub a needleless system surface with alcohol?

All needleless connectors are activated by ______ in the syringe Luer.

What feature is present in some Luer access valve systems to prevent blood from backflowing into the IV catheter?

Disinfection/alcohol caps negate the need to clean a needleless system with an alcohol wipe before use.

What was identified as a potential contributing factor to increased bloodstream infections associated with needleless connectors in a 2018 study?

Match the following actions with their purpose in maintaining needleless system safety:

Which of the following is a limitation of midline catheters?

Central venous catheters terminate in the peripheral vasculature.

What is the primary difference between a midline catheter and a central venous catheter in terms of catheter tip placement?

Central venous access is defined as when the tip of the IVAD terminates in the central vasculature at the level of the superior vena cava or the ______ vena cava.

Match the following catheter types with their descriptions:

Which of the following is a characteristic of multiple-lumen central venous catheters?

A 22-gauge steel-winged device is the most appropriate IVAD for a patient requiring 3-4 weeks of IV antibiotics for osteomyelitis.

Name three types of solutions that should not be administered through a midline catheter.

Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of modern blood collection practices?

Transfusion of whole blood is a very common practice in modern medicine.

What is the potential consequence of transfusing blood with incompatible ABO antigens?

Recipients who are Rh-______ should receive only Rh-negative blood.

Match the following blood components with their descriptions:

What is the purpose of HLA testing before blood transfusions and organ transplants?

According to protocol, only one healthcare provider needs to confirm patient identification and specimen labeling of blood samples.

Besides ABO and Rh testing, what other type of testing is performed to ensure compatibility between the blood component and the patient's blood?