ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 38 : Intravenous Therapy Questions
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
When you are administering hypotonic IV solutions, you know that the fluids are going to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypotonic solutions have lower osmolarity, causing fluid to move from the intravascular space into cells, aiding rehydration.
Question 3 of 5
Because of the fluid shifts in the previous question, prolonged infusion of this type solution when it is not needed can result in which of the following?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Excess hypotonic fluid can cause cerebral swelling, increased intracranial pressure, and edema due to fluid overload in cells and interstitial spaces.
Question 4 of 5
Which solution is best when an individual needs only simple water replacement because of lack of fluid intake or loss of body water without loss of electrolytes, known as hypertonic dehydration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotonic solutions provide water to rehydrate cells without adding excess electrolytes, suitable for hypertonic dehydration.
Question 5 of 5
Which type IV solution will cause cellular dehydration if infused unnecessarily?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypertonic solutions draw water out of cells due to high osmolarity, causing cellular dehydration if not needed.