NSG 317 Exam 2 V2 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
Where should you not place an IV
in an area of flexion, for example do not place it in the AC because then the patient will not be
able to bend their arm
Once you select a vein, where should you start it in case you are unsuccessful?
You should start at a distal site (away from the midline), and then move closer if you are
unsuccessful
What are some medical conditions that may contradict starting an IV in a certain area
-recent stroke
-lymph node removal
-DVT or hx of blood clots
-cellulitis or skin infection
-burns
What gauge catheter/needle would you use on children or elderly?
22-24 gauge
, NSG 317 Exam 2 V2 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for most medical patients and postop surgical
patients?
20-24 gauge
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for rapid blood transfusion?
18 gauge
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for trauma patients and those requiring large volumes
of fluid rapidly?
16 gauge
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for administration of blood and other fluids for most
adult patients?
20 gauge
What are steps to inserting an IV an dressing it?
- apply tourniquet and locate vein
- clean the site
- hold the skin taut and insert the IV catheter bevel up
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
Where should you not place an IV
in an area of flexion, for example do not place it in the AC because then the patient will not be
able to bend their arm
Once you select a vein, where should you start it in case you are unsuccessful?
You should start at a distal site (away from the midline), and then move closer if you are
unsuccessful
What are some medical conditions that may contradict starting an IV in a certain area
-recent stroke
-lymph node removal
-DVT or hx of blood clots
-cellulitis or skin infection
-burns
What gauge catheter/needle would you use on children or elderly?
22-24 gauge
, NSG 317 Exam 2 V2 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for most medical patients and postop surgical
patients?
20-24 gauge
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for rapid blood transfusion?
18 gauge
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for trauma patients and those requiring large volumes
of fluid rapidly?
16 gauge
What gauge catheter/needle would you use for administration of blood and other fluids for most
adult patients?
20 gauge
What are steps to inserting an IV an dressing it?
- apply tourniquet and locate vein
- clean the site
- hold the skin taut and insert the IV catheter bevel up
