Exam 10: Overview of Infusion Therapies

The nurse anticipates which fluid movement when administering an isotonic IV fluid to a patient?

The nurse correlates the administration of which blood component to the patient with acute blood loss?

Which intravenous (IV) fluid should the nurse prepare when a patient requires a hypertonic solution?

In monitoring a patient receiving a blood transfusion, the nurse correlates which clinical manifestation as indicative of a hemolytic transfusion reaction?

The nurse is providing care to a trauma patient who will require the rapid administration of large volumes of fluid in addition to a blood transfusion. Which gauge should the nurse use when initiating intravenous (IV) access for this patient?

The nurse is caring for a patient with a central venous catheter (CVC). Which nursing actions should the nurse implement to prevent an air embolism? Select all that apply.

The nurse is performing venipuncture to initiate intravenous (IV) therapy. Which indicators should the nurse use when choosing the site for IV therapy? Select all that apply.

Which patients may benefit from central intravenous (IV) access? Select all that apply.

The nurse provides care to several patients on a medical-surgical unit. Which situation requires the nurse to follow up with the healthcare provider before administering the prescribed treatment?

The nurse provides care to a patient requiring intravenous fluid administration for dehydration. The healthcare provider prescribes 1,000 mL of lactated Ringer's solution over 8 hours. The nurse sets the pump to deliver ____________________ mL/hour.