FSCJ Nursing 1460C Exam 1 Questions With Complete
Solutions
A vein that is at risk for "rolling", the nurse should..
A. Choose another vein
B. Apply the tourniquet more tighter
C. Stretch the vein
D. Use a smaller gauge IV catheter. Correct Answers C.
Stretch the vein
A vesicant solution that infiltrates into surrounding tissue may
cause..
A. fluid overload
B. extravasation
C. dehiscence
O evisceration Correct Answers B. extravasation
Prior to inserting an IV catheter, the nurse should note the devil
should be...
A. Down
B. Up
C. Doesn't matter
D. There is no bevel Correct Answers B. Up
The IV catheter should be dressed with..
A. A 2x2 gauze.
B. A transparent occlusive dressing.
C. An ace wrap.
D. A band-aid. Correct Answers B. A transparent occlusive
dressing.
, The nurse is using chlorhexidine to prepare the site before
inserting a venous
access device into the median cubital vein of a 60 year old
patient. Which action
is correct?
A. Wash the site with soap and water.
B. Allow the site to dry 1 to 2 minutes after clensing it with
chlorhexidine.
C. Cleanse the site using a circular motion, starting at the
insertion site and
working outward.
D. Cleanse the area by first swabbing horizontally, then
vertically with the applicator for about 30 seconds. Correct
Answers D. Cleanse the area by first swabbing horizontally,
then vertically with the applicator for about 30 seconds.
The primary reason for priming the tubing is to...
A. Ensure there are not leaks.
B. Insure a precipitant does not develop.
C. Eliminate air from the tubing.
D. Ensure it is the correct tubing for the medication. Correct
Answers C. Eliminate air from the tubing.
The vein is successfully accessed when..(select all that apply)
A. When you see a flash of blood enter the device
B. You will know because of experience.
C. The patient said it is in.
D. You can flush the IV without observing infiltration Correct
Answers A. D.
Solutions
A vein that is at risk for "rolling", the nurse should..
A. Choose another vein
B. Apply the tourniquet more tighter
C. Stretch the vein
D. Use a smaller gauge IV catheter. Correct Answers C.
Stretch the vein
A vesicant solution that infiltrates into surrounding tissue may
cause..
A. fluid overload
B. extravasation
C. dehiscence
O evisceration Correct Answers B. extravasation
Prior to inserting an IV catheter, the nurse should note the devil
should be...
A. Down
B. Up
C. Doesn't matter
D. There is no bevel Correct Answers B. Up
The IV catheter should be dressed with..
A. A 2x2 gauze.
B. A transparent occlusive dressing.
C. An ace wrap.
D. A band-aid. Correct Answers B. A transparent occlusive
dressing.
, The nurse is using chlorhexidine to prepare the site before
inserting a venous
access device into the median cubital vein of a 60 year old
patient. Which action
is correct?
A. Wash the site with soap and water.
B. Allow the site to dry 1 to 2 minutes after clensing it with
chlorhexidine.
C. Cleanse the site using a circular motion, starting at the
insertion site and
working outward.
D. Cleanse the area by first swabbing horizontally, then
vertically with the applicator for about 30 seconds. Correct
Answers D. Cleanse the area by first swabbing horizontally,
then vertically with the applicator for about 30 seconds.
The primary reason for priming the tubing is to...
A. Ensure there are not leaks.
B. Insure a precipitant does not develop.
C. Eliminate air from the tubing.
D. Ensure it is the correct tubing for the medication. Correct
Answers C. Eliminate air from the tubing.
The vein is successfully accessed when..(select all that apply)
A. When you see a flash of blood enter the device
B. You will know because of experience.
C. The patient said it is in.
D. You can flush the IV without observing infiltration Correct
Answers A. D.
