ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamentals Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse recognizes that the appropriate rationale for using an IV infusion pump for a client is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: prevent accidental delivery of large amounts of fluids. An IV infusion pump is used to regulate the flow rate of IV fluids precisely, minimizing the risk of giving too much fluid too quickly, which could lead to fluid overload or other complications. A: eliminating hourly assessment of the IV site is incorrect because regular assessment is still necessary. C: controlling the drip rate based on the client's position is not the primary purpose of an IV pump. D: administering IV fluids at a rapid rate is incorrect as the pump is used to control the rate, not speed it up.
Question 2 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 3 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 4 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale:
Question 5 of 5
Correct Answer:
Rationale: