5 Questions
Which of the following tasks is NOT within the scope of practice for LPNs when it comes to IV insertion?
Accessing central venous catheters (CVCs)
What additional educational preparation is required for LPNs to administer medication via the IV route?
Additional certification in infusion therapy
Which of the following is NOT a task that LPNs are allowed to perform when it comes to IV infusion therapy?
Administering radiopaque dyes via parenteral instillation
What is the main focus of the Infusion Therapy Practitioner's scope of practice?
Knowledge of the vascular system and its relationship with other body systems
Which of the following tasks is within the LPN's scope of practice when it comes to IV infusion therapy?
Changing IV bags infusing via peripheral access
Test your knowledge on IV insertion and the scope of practice for LPNs. Learn what LPNs can and cannot do when it comes to administering medication via the IV route.
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