ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 38 : Intravenous Therapy Questions
Question 1 of 5
__ refers to a type of medication that causes blistering, necrosis, and sloughing of tissue when allowed to enter the subcutaneous tissue.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vesicant medications cause severe tissue damage, including blistering and necrosis, if they leak into subcutaneous tissue.
Question 2 of 5
The interaction between the two drugs that causes a change in the activity or components of one or more of the drugs is known as a
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A drug interaction occurs when one drug alters the effect or composition of another, potentially affecting efficacy or safety.
Question 3 of 5
The red blood cells that have been separated from plasma for transfusion are called
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Packed red blood cells are red cells separated from plasma, used for transfusions to treat anemia.
Question 4 of 5
Another term for blood clot is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A thrombus is a stationary blood clot formed within a blood vessel.
Question 5 of 5
Before you can safely administer IV medications, there are several things that you must know including
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Knowing the patient's allergies prevents adverse reactions, understanding their condition ensures appropriate treatment, and sterile technique prevents infections.