Nursing Care and Considerations
Complications of IV Therapy
IV Medication Administration
IV Equipment and Supplies
Needle Safety
100
This is the first step a nurse should take before initiating an IV infusion.
What is verifying the provider's order?
100
An LPN notes dry mucous membranes, tachycardia, and poor skin turgor in a patient receiving IV fluids. What nursing diagnosis can be used?
What is fluid volume deficit? (dehydration)
100
This method involves administering a medication directly into the bloodstream over a short period.
What is an IV push?
100
This small device is used to control the flow rate of an IV infusion by adjusting the clamp.
What is a roller clamp?
100
This action is the leading cause of needlestick injuries and should be avoided.
What is recapping a used needle?
200
What is physical preparation for IV therapy?
200
Which assessment finding requires the most immediate reporting to the RN when monitoring for fluid overload?
What is new-onset crackles in the lungs?
200
This is the term for giving a large amount of fluid over a short period of time.
What is an IV bolus?
200
This clear, plastic chamber allows nurses to visualize the fluid flow in an IV line.
What is a drip chamber?
200
After use, needles should be disposed of immediately in this container.
What is sharps container?
300
Explaining the procedure and expected sensations before starting an IV helps prepare the patient in this way.
What is psychological preparation?
300
While monitoring intake and output, which finding indicates a potential complication of IV therapy: urinary output of 360 mL in 12 hours or 120 mL in 8 hours?
What is 120 mL of urinary output in 8 hours? (should have at least 30 mL per hour)
300
This process involves adding medication to a secondary bag that infuses over a set time and stops when complete.
What is an IV piggyback?
300
This type of IV catheter is commonly used for short-term peripheral access
What is an over-the-needle catheter?
300
This feature should be activated immediately after needle use.
What is the needle safety device?
400
When initiating peripheral IV therapy, the nurse selects a site on the hand before the forearm to preserve venous access if the site fails.
What is inserting IVs from distal to proximal?
400
An LPN is caring for an elderly patient and monitors for early signs of fluid overload. Name 3 clinical manifestations that will be noted in this client.
What is weight gain, hypertension, tachypnea, jugular vein distention?
400
This type of IV medication delivery uses a continuous, low-dose infusion over an extended period.
What is a continuous infusion?
400
This piece of equipment stabilizes the IV catheter and prevents it from becoming dislodged.
What is an IV securement device or dressing?
400
These actions are required after a needlestick injury occurs. (2 please)
What is washing the area and reporting the incident immediately?
500
This nursing intervention is essential to prevent infection during IV therapy.
What is using aseptic technique during IV insertion and maintenance?
500
This life-threatening condition results from the administration of IV fluids too rapidly, leading to pulmonary and peripheral edema.
What is fluid overload?
500
This is the safest method to administer high-risk medications via IV.
What is using an infusion pump?
500
This device automatically regulates the flow rate of IV fluids and medications.
What is an infusion pump?
500
This personal protective equipment reduces exposure risk when handling needles.
What are gloves?