Questions And 100% Correct Answers
2025-2026 Edition.
Which step to protect the patient from infection is of special concern when preparing a mini-
infusion pump to deliver an analgesic?
a. Ensure that the syringe is secure within the mini-infusion pump.
b. Identify any history of allergic reaction to the prescribed analgesic.
c. Use an antiseptic swab to wipe the proximal injection port on the primary tubing.
d. Carefully depress the syringe plunger to fill the tubing with medication. - Answer c. Use an
antiseptic swab to wipe the proximal injection port on the primary tubing.
What is the most important action the nurse can take to protect the patient when administering
a narcotic analgesic by IV bolus?
a. Injecting the medication at the prescribed rate
b. Observing the insertion site after giving the medication
c. Instructing the patient about side effects to report to the nurse
d. Using an alcohol swab to wipe the insertion port on the primary tubing - Answer a. Injecting
the medication at the prescribed rate
If the nurse does not see blood return when aspirating the saline lock in preparation for an IV
bolus medication, what is the next step?
a. Attempt to aspirate the site again.
b. Prepare to access another IV site.
c. Assess the saline lock site for signs of phlebitis.
d. Assess the site for swelling or coolness while flushing the saline lock with normal saline. -
Answer d. Assess the site for swelling or coolness while flushing the saline lock with normal
saline.
What can the nurse do to help protect the patient from infiltration of IV medication?