Pharmacology Ch-11

Which minimal rate of infusion is maintained for a "to keep open" (TKO) IV infusion? A: 10 mL/hr B: 20 mL/hr C: 30 mL/hr D: 40 mL/hr

A: 10 mL/hr

Which items are identified as tunneled central venous catheters? (Select all that apply.) A: Broviac B: PICC C: Hickman D: Groshong E: Huber

A: Broviac C: Hickman D: Groshong

Which fluid is an example of a hypotonic solution? A: D5W B: 0.9% normal saline C: D10W D: Ringer's lactate

A: D5W

Which statements are true about IV administration of medications? (Select all that apply.) A: IV administration is the most rapid of all parenteral routes. B: Large volumes of fluids can be rapidly infused into a vein. C: IV medications can only be given continuously. D: All nurses are eligible to perform IV therapy. E: The nurse should always check for drug allergies before administration.

A: IV administration is the most rapid of all parenteral routes. B: Large volumes of fluids can be rapidly infused into a vein. E: The nurse should always check for drug allergies before administration.

Which are causes of thrombophlebitis? (Select all that apply.) A: Irritation of the vein by the catheter B: Infection C: Chemical irritation from medication D: TKO rate of infusion E: Use of glass IV bottles

A: Irritation of the vein by the catheter B: Infection C: Chemical irritation from medication

A patient receiving IV vincristine for the treatment of acute leukemia develops extravasation. Which action does the nurse implement? A: Removes the IV catheter B: Applies heat to the affected site C: Places the affected extremity in a dependent position D: Keeps the IV infusion at a keep vein open rate

B: Applies heat to the affected site

Which devices are used for intravenous (IV) therapy lasting from 2 to 4 weeks? A: Peripheral devices B: Midline catheters C: Central venous devices D: Implantable venous infusion ports

B: Midline catheters

Which terms apply to a winged needle? (Select all that apply.) A: Midline B: Mediport C: Butterfly D: Scalp E: Port-A-Cath

C: Butterfly D: Scalp

A patient is prescribed morphine to be administered through a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump. Which infusion control device is used for administration? A: Negative pressure pump B: Nonvolumetric IV controller C: Syringe pump D: Volumetric IV controller

C: Syringe pump

Which fluid may be used to maintain vascular volume in a patient who is hypovolemic and hypotensive? A: D5W B: 0.45% normal saline C: D5/0.2% normal saline D: 0.9% normal saline

D: 0.9% normal saline

A patient who is hemorrhaging is admitted to the emergency department after a head on car collision. Which IV fluid does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed for this patient? A: D5W B: 0.45% sodium chloride C: D10W D: Lactated Ringer's

D: Lactated Ringer's

Which measure does the nurse include in a care plan for a patient receiving IV therapy? A: Changing the IV site every 24 hours B: Applying a topical antibiotic cream to the IV site to prevent infection C: Changing the IV solution every 48 hours D: Monitoring the patient's intake and output

D: Monitoring the patient's intake and output