NRSG 3323 Exam 2 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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What is the primary purpose of an Correct Answer: B
intravenous (IV) catheter? Rationale: The primary purpose of an IV catheter
A. Administer oral medications is to provide immediate access to the circulatory
B. Deliver fluids and medications system for the administration of fluids,
directly into the bloodstream medications, and nutrients.
C. Monitor blood pressure
D. Obtain blood samples
Which type of IV catheter is Correct Answer: B
typically used for long-term Rationale: Central venous catheters are designed
access? for long-term use and can remain in place for
A. Peripheral catheter weeks or months, unlike peripheral catheters,
B. Central venous catheter which are typically for short-term use.
C. Midline catheter
D. Butterfly needle
,Which factor is most important Correct Answer: B
when selecting a vein for IV Rationale: The size and visibility of a vein are
catheter placement? crucial for successful IV catheter placement, as a
A. Proximity to the heart larger, more visible vein is easier to puncture and
B. Size and visibility of the vein provides better blood flow.
C. Temperature of the skin
D. Color of the skin
The method of placing an IV Correct Answer: B
catheter involves: Rationale: Using aseptic technique prevents
A. Only using ultrasound guidance infection, and selecting the appropriate vein
B. Aseptic technique and proper ensures a successful catheter insertion.
vein selection
C. Immediate flushing of the
catheter after insertion
D. Using a larger gauge needle for
all placements
A potential complication associated Correct Answer: B
with IV catheters is: Rationale: Phlebitis is a common complication
A. Hypertension associated with IV catheters, characterized by
B. Phlebitis inflammation of the vein, which can occur due to
C. Diabetes irritation from the catheter or the infused
D. Constipation substances.
Which nursing action is appropriate Correct Answer: B
for treating infiltration of an IV Rationale: Infiltration occurs when IV fluids leak
catheter? into surrounding tissues, removing the catheter
A. Increase the IV flow rate and applying a warm compress helps reduce
B. Remove the catheter and apply a swelling and discomfort.
warm compress
C. Change the IV fluid to a different
solution
D. Leave the catheter in place and
monitor
,When should an IV catheter be Correct Answer: B
changed to reduce the risk of Rationale: Regularly changing IV catheters
infection? reduces the risk of infection and other
A. Every 24 hours complications. Policies vary by facility, but every
B. According to facility policy, 72 to 96 hours is a common standard.
typically every 72 to 96 hours
C. Only when it becomes clogged
D. After each medication
administration
Signs of a central line-associated Correct Answer: B
bloodstream infection (CLABSI) Rationale: These signs indicate a possible
include: infection related to the catheter. Monitoring for
A. Decreased blood pressure fever and localized symptoms is essential for
B. Fever and redness at the early identification of complications.
insertion site
C. Increased urine output
D. Severe headache
What is the most common gauge Correct Answer: C
size used for peripheral IV Rationale: An 18-gauge needle is commonly used
catheters in adults? for adult patients requiring significant fluid
A. 14 gauge volume or rapid blood transfusions, while smaller
B. 22 gauge gauges are used for less critical needs.
C. 18 gauge
D. 24 gauge
A nurse is preparing to administer a Correct Answer: B
medication through an IV catheter. Rationale: Verifying the medication and assessing
What is the first action the nurse the IV site ensure safe administration, reducing
should take? the risk of complications or errors.
A. Administer the medication
immediately
B. Verify the medication order and
check the IV site
C. Flush the catheter with saline
D. Change the IV bag
, A primary benefit of using a central Correct Answer: B
venous access device is: Rationale: Central venous access devices allow
A. Short-term fluid administration for the administration of larger volumes of fluids
B. Ability to administer large and medications than peripheral lines, making
volumes of fluids and medications them essential for patients with significant fluid or
C. Reduced risk of infection medication needs.
D. Easy access for blood draws
Which type of CVAD is typically Correct Answer: C
used for long-term therapy? Rationale: Hickman catheters are tunneled central
A. Peripheral catheter venous catheters used for long-term access,
B. Short-term tunneled catheter often in patients requiring chemotherapy or
C. Hickman catheter frequent blood draws.
D. IV push device
After placement of a central venous Correct Answer: C
catheter, what is the priority nursing Rationale: A chest X-ray is necessary to confirm
action before using the line? the correct placement of the catheter, ensuring
A. Administer medications that it is in the central circulation and not in the
immediately lungs or other inappropriate locations.
B. Flush the line with saline
C. Verify placement with a chest X-
ray
D. Apply a sterile dressing
Risks associated with central venous Correct Answer: B
access devices include: Rationale: Central venous access devices have a
A. Improved drug absorption higher risk of infection due to their location and
B. Catheter-related bloodstream the length of time they are typically used.
infections
C. Enhanced mobility
D. Decreased fluid volume
requirements
GRADED A+ ASSURED SUCCESS NEW UPDATE
2025/2026 (MULTIPLE CHOICES) WITH
RATIONALES.
Save
Terms in this set (349)
What is the primary purpose of an Correct Answer: B
intravenous (IV) catheter? Rationale: The primary purpose of an IV catheter
A. Administer oral medications is to provide immediate access to the circulatory
B. Deliver fluids and medications system for the administration of fluids,
directly into the bloodstream medications, and nutrients.
C. Monitor blood pressure
D. Obtain blood samples
Which type of IV catheter is Correct Answer: B
typically used for long-term Rationale: Central venous catheters are designed
access? for long-term use and can remain in place for
A. Peripheral catheter weeks or months, unlike peripheral catheters,
B. Central venous catheter which are typically for short-term use.
C. Midline catheter
D. Butterfly needle
,Which factor is most important Correct Answer: B
when selecting a vein for IV Rationale: The size and visibility of a vein are
catheter placement? crucial for successful IV catheter placement, as a
A. Proximity to the heart larger, more visible vein is easier to puncture and
B. Size and visibility of the vein provides better blood flow.
C. Temperature of the skin
D. Color of the skin
The method of placing an IV Correct Answer: B
catheter involves: Rationale: Using aseptic technique prevents
A. Only using ultrasound guidance infection, and selecting the appropriate vein
B. Aseptic technique and proper ensures a successful catheter insertion.
vein selection
C. Immediate flushing of the
catheter after insertion
D. Using a larger gauge needle for
all placements
A potential complication associated Correct Answer: B
with IV catheters is: Rationale: Phlebitis is a common complication
A. Hypertension associated with IV catheters, characterized by
B. Phlebitis inflammation of the vein, which can occur due to
C. Diabetes irritation from the catheter or the infused
D. Constipation substances.
Which nursing action is appropriate Correct Answer: B
for treating infiltration of an IV Rationale: Infiltration occurs when IV fluids leak
catheter? into surrounding tissues, removing the catheter
A. Increase the IV flow rate and applying a warm compress helps reduce
B. Remove the catheter and apply a swelling and discomfort.
warm compress
C. Change the IV fluid to a different
solution
D. Leave the catheter in place and
monitor
,When should an IV catheter be Correct Answer: B
changed to reduce the risk of Rationale: Regularly changing IV catheters
infection? reduces the risk of infection and other
A. Every 24 hours complications. Policies vary by facility, but every
B. According to facility policy, 72 to 96 hours is a common standard.
typically every 72 to 96 hours
C. Only when it becomes clogged
D. After each medication
administration
Signs of a central line-associated Correct Answer: B
bloodstream infection (CLABSI) Rationale: These signs indicate a possible
include: infection related to the catheter. Monitoring for
A. Decreased blood pressure fever and localized symptoms is essential for
B. Fever and redness at the early identification of complications.
insertion site
C. Increased urine output
D. Severe headache
What is the most common gauge Correct Answer: C
size used for peripheral IV Rationale: An 18-gauge needle is commonly used
catheters in adults? for adult patients requiring significant fluid
A. 14 gauge volume or rapid blood transfusions, while smaller
B. 22 gauge gauges are used for less critical needs.
C. 18 gauge
D. 24 gauge
A nurse is preparing to administer a Correct Answer: B
medication through an IV catheter. Rationale: Verifying the medication and assessing
What is the first action the nurse the IV site ensure safe administration, reducing
should take? the risk of complications or errors.
A. Administer the medication
immediately
B. Verify the medication order and
check the IV site
C. Flush the catheter with saline
D. Change the IV bag
, A primary benefit of using a central Correct Answer: B
venous access device is: Rationale: Central venous access devices allow
A. Short-term fluid administration for the administration of larger volumes of fluids
B. Ability to administer large and medications than peripheral lines, making
volumes of fluids and medications them essential for patients with significant fluid or
C. Reduced risk of infection medication needs.
D. Easy access for blood draws
Which type of CVAD is typically Correct Answer: C
used for long-term therapy? Rationale: Hickman catheters are tunneled central
A. Peripheral catheter venous catheters used for long-term access,
B. Short-term tunneled catheter often in patients requiring chemotherapy or
C. Hickman catheter frequent blood draws.
D. IV push device
After placement of a central venous Correct Answer: C
catheter, what is the priority nursing Rationale: A chest X-ray is necessary to confirm
action before using the line? the correct placement of the catheter, ensuring
A. Administer medications that it is in the central circulation and not in the
immediately lungs or other inappropriate locations.
B. Flush the line with saline
C. Verify placement with a chest X-
ray
D. Apply a sterile dressing
Risks associated with central venous Correct Answer: B
access devices include: Rationale: Central venous access devices have a
A. Improved drug absorption higher risk of infection due to their location and
B. Catheter-related bloodstream the length of time they are typically used.
infections
C. Enhanced mobility
D. Decreased fluid volume
requirements
