RELIAS IV THERAPY/INFUSION
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT RELIAS
IV THERAPY/INFUSION EXAM A
LATEST QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
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Q&A | WITH RATIONALE
RELIAS IV THERAPY/INFUSION
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT RELIAS IV
THERAPY/INFUSION EXAM A LATEST
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS|
ACCURATE ANSWERS|UPDATED
VERSION 2025 Q&A | WITH RATIONALE
, RELIAS IV THERAPY/INFUSION COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT
RELIAS IV THERAPY/INFUSION EXAM A LATEST QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS| ACCURATE ANSWERS|UPDATED VERSION
2025 Q&A | WITH RATIONALE
1. Which vein is most commonly used for initiating peripheral IV therapy in
adults?
A. Basilic vein
B. Cephalic vein
C. Jugular vein
D. Femoral vein
The cephalic vein is easily accessible and has a relatively large diameter,
making it ideal for IV therapy in adults.
2. What is the best angle to insert an IV catheter into a vein?
A. 45-60 degrees
B. 10-30 degrees
C. 5 degrees
D. 90 degrees
A shallow angle of 10–30 degrees helps prevent puncturing through the
vein and increases success.
3. What is the purpose of priming an IV tubing set before connection?
A. To test for leaks
, B. To remove air
C. To cool the solution
D. To sterilize the tubing
Priming removes air from the tubing to prevent air embolism.
4. In which situation is a central venous catheter indicated?
A. Short-term hydration
B. Single-dose antibiotic therapy
C. Long-term chemotherapy
D. Intermittent heparin flushes
Central lines are used for long-term infusions like chemotherapy or TPN.
5. What is the proper action if phlebitis is suspected at an IV site?
A. Flush the line
B. Remove the IV
C. Elevate the limb
D. Administer antibiotics
IV removal is the first step to prevent worsening of the inflammation and
possible infection.
6. How often should IV sites be assessed in an adult receiving continuous
infusion?
A. Every 8 hours
B. Every 12 hours
C. Every 4 hours
D. Once per shift
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT RELIAS
IV THERAPY/INFUSION EXAM A
LATEST QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS| ACCURATE
ANSWERS|UPDATED VERSION 2025
Q&A | WITH RATIONALE
RELIAS IV THERAPY/INFUSION
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT RELIAS IV
THERAPY/INFUSION EXAM A LATEST
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS|
ACCURATE ANSWERS|UPDATED
VERSION 2025 Q&A | WITH RATIONALE
, RELIAS IV THERAPY/INFUSION COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT
RELIAS IV THERAPY/INFUSION EXAM A LATEST QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS| ACCURATE ANSWERS|UPDATED VERSION
2025 Q&A | WITH RATIONALE
1. Which vein is most commonly used for initiating peripheral IV therapy in
adults?
A. Basilic vein
B. Cephalic vein
C. Jugular vein
D. Femoral vein
The cephalic vein is easily accessible and has a relatively large diameter,
making it ideal for IV therapy in adults.
2. What is the best angle to insert an IV catheter into a vein?
A. 45-60 degrees
B. 10-30 degrees
C. 5 degrees
D. 90 degrees
A shallow angle of 10–30 degrees helps prevent puncturing through the
vein and increases success.
3. What is the purpose of priming an IV tubing set before connection?
A. To test for leaks
, B. To remove air
C. To cool the solution
D. To sterilize the tubing
Priming removes air from the tubing to prevent air embolism.
4. In which situation is a central venous catheter indicated?
A. Short-term hydration
B. Single-dose antibiotic therapy
C. Long-term chemotherapy
D. Intermittent heparin flushes
Central lines are used for long-term infusions like chemotherapy or TPN.
5. What is the proper action if phlebitis is suspected at an IV site?
A. Flush the line
B. Remove the IV
C. Elevate the limb
D. Administer antibiotics
IV removal is the first step to prevent worsening of the inflammation and
possible infection.
6. How often should IV sites be assessed in an adult receiving continuous
infusion?
A. Every 8 hours
B. Every 12 hours
C. Every 4 hours
D. Once per shift
