Intravenous Therapy and Fluid Balance Quiz

Test your knowledge on infusion therapy with questions about catheters, electrolyte imbalances, and intravenous complications.

#1

Which vein is commonly used for peripheral intravenous therapy?

Axillary vein
Femoral vein
Cephalic vein
Renal vein
#2

Which type of intravenous solution is commonly used for patients with severe hyponatremia?

0.9% Sodium chloride
5% Dextrose in water
0.45% Sodium chloride
3% Sodium chloride
#3

What is the primary purpose of a burette chamber in intravenous administration sets?

To prevent air embolism
To regulate flow rate
To monitor blood pressure
To warm intravenous fluids
#4

In intravenous therapy, what is the primary purpose of administering blood products through a filter?

To prevent air embolism
To remove microorganisms
To prevent blood clot formation
To filter out large particles
#5

In intravenous therapy, what does the term 'extravasation' refer to?

Infection of the catheter
Infiltration of fluids
Escape of fluids into surrounding tissues
Formation of blood clots
#6

What is the purpose of an isotonic solution in intravenous therapy?

To expand plasma volume
To treat dehydration
To provide nutrition
To induce diuresis
#7

Which electrolyte imbalance is associated with the administration of too much normal saline?

Hyperkalemia
Hypokalemia
Hypernatremia
Hyponatremia
#8

Which of the following complications is associated with infiltration during intravenous therapy?

Phlebitis
Cellulitis
Hematoma
Extravasation
#9

What is the purpose of a saline lock (heparin lock) in intravenous therapy?

To administer continuous fluids
To prevent blood clotting in the catheter
To measure central venous pressure
To provide rapid bolus infusions
#10

What is the primary concern when administering intravenous potassium?

Hypokalemia
Hyperkalemia
Metabolic acidosis
Fluid overload
#11

Which factor is crucial to consider when selecting the gauge of an intravenous catheter?

Length of the catheter
Color of the catheter
Diameter of the catheter
Material of the catheter
#12

Which of the following signs indicates fluid overload during intravenous therapy?

Decreased blood pressure
Hypotension
Crackles in the lungs
Bradycardia
#13

What is the primary function of a central venous catheter (CVC) in intravenous therapy?

To monitor blood pressure
To administer medications and fluids
To measure blood glucose levels
To assist with oxygenation
#14

What is the purpose of a blood warmer during intravenous therapy?

To prevent clotting
To decrease blood viscosity
To reduce the risk of infection
To maintain normothermia
#15

Which condition may result from rapid administration of hypertonic solutions during intravenous therapy?

Fluid overload
Cerebral edema
Hypovolemia
Metabolic alkalosis
#16

In intravenous therapy, what is the recommended site for administering blood products?

Cephalic vein
Femoral vein
Basilic vein
Central venous catheter
#17

In intravenous therapy, what does the term 'phlebitis' refer to?

Infection of the catheter
Inflammation of a vein
Obstruction of blood flow
Formation of blood clots
#18

Which type of intravenous fluid is often used to expand intravascular volume rapidly in cases of hypovolemia?

Hypertonic saline
Isotonic saline
Dextrose in water
Colloid solution
#19

In intravenous therapy, what is the primary purpose of administering colloids?

To provide energy
To increase intravascular volume
To correct acid-base imbalance
To prevent infection

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