ATI Parenteral (IV) Medications Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

ATI Parenteral (IV) Medications Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified What is the first step before administering any IV medication? Verify the provider’s order and patient’s identity What should a nurse assess before giving an IV push medication? Patency of the IV line How should a nurse confirm the compatibility of an IV medication with existing IV fluids? Check a drug compatibility chart or consult pharmacy Why must IV medications be administered at the correct rate? To avoid adverse reactions or toxicity What is the safest method to deliver an IV medication that is not compatible with current fluids? Use a separate IV line or flush before and after with saline 2 If an IV medication is to be administered over 2 minutes and the volume is 2 mL, how fast should the nurse push the medication? 1 mL per minute What is the purpose of flushing an IV line before and after medication administration? To ensure patency and prevent medication mixing What does the nurse do if resistance is felt during an IV push? Stop the injection and assess for infiltration or blockage What is the appropriate action if an IV site becomes red, swollen, and painful during medication administration? Stop the infusion and remove the IV How can the nurse ensure an IV bolus is given safely? Use the recommended push time and flush before and after What is the best site for IV medication administration in an emergency? 3 A large, patent vein in the antecubital area How often should a saline lock be flushed when not in use? Every 8 to 12 hours or per facility policy How does a nurse calculate the flow rate for an IV piggyback medication? Divide the total volume by the infusion time in hours What should the nurse do before giving a second IV medication through the same line? Check for drug compatibility and flush the line If an IV antibiotic is ordered over 30 minutes and the volume is 50 mL, what is the infusion rate in mL/hr? 100 mL/hr What documentation is required after giving an IV medication? Medication name, dose, route, time, site, and patient response 4 Why must IV medications be diluted properly before administration? To prevent vein irritation or tissue damage What should a nurse verify before using a pre-mixed IV