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Basic Intravenous Knowledge Trivia Quiz

Ever wonder about those 'necessary' IVs? Take this quiz to find out the basics.

A multiple-choice quiz by amyrn007. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
amyrn007

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
288,500

Updated
Jan 14 25

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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2979

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Question 1 of 10

1. In which part of the circulatory system is an IV placed? Hint

Artery

Neither

Both

Vein

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Question 2 of 10

2. Peripheral areas are the preferred sites for IVs. Where would a peripheral area be located? Hint

Buttocks

Chest

Upper or lower extremities

Torso

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Question 3 of 10

3. What are the general reasons for having an IV? Hint

To deliver fluids and medicines directly into the vein

Both

To maintain optimal health when a patient is unable to tolerate oral intake

Neither

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Question 4 of 10

4. When a health care professional is inserting a peripheral IV, where is the best place to start? Hint

Antecubital fossa

Hand

Forearm

Upper arm

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Question 5 of 10

5. Where would one find the antecubital fossa? Hint

Anterior elbow

Forearm

Hand

Wrist

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which of these, depending on regional regulations, is likely to be qualified to insert an IV? Hint

Any of these

Doctor

Registered Nurse

Licensed practical nurse

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Question 7 of 10

7. If a patient has an IV inserted, do fluids always run through it?

Yes

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Question 8 of 10

8. A new IV site is required every few days to prevent infection and other major complications.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. What might the medical staff call a capped off IV? Hint

PRN adapter

Hepwell

All of these

Heparin lock

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Question 10 of 10

10. What is the diameter of the needle known as? Hint

All of these

Cannula

Gauge

Hub

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In which part of the circulatory system is an IV placed?

Answer: Vein

The vein is a rapid route for distribution of fluids and drugs.

2. Peripheral areas are the preferred sites for IVs. Where would a peripheral area be located?

Answer: Upper or lower extremities

The arms and hands are preferred areas for IV sites. Occasionally, the lower legs and feet are used when upper extremities are not accessible.

3. What are the general reasons for having an IV?

Answer: Both

IV fluids include saline, dextrose, lactated Ringers, parenteral nutrition and blood products. There is also a large range of medicines available for IV use.

4. When a health care professional is inserting a peripheral IV, where is the best place to start?

Answer: Hand

When attempting an IV insertion, it is best to start at a distal area and work your way up. This leaves more options for further vein usage and lessens complications.

5. Where would one find the antecubital fossa?

Answer: Anterior elbow

The antecubital area, or fossa, is located in the bend of the arm. Since superficial large veins, such as the basilic and cephalic, are located here, access for emergency IV insertions and blood draws occur often.

6. Which of these, depending on regional regulations, is likely to be qualified to insert an IV?

Answer: Any of these

Only certified medical staff may insert an IV.

Licensed practical nurse is USA terminology.

7. If a patient has an IV inserted, do fluids always run through it?

Answer: No

When a patient does not need continuous IV fluids, staff will cap the IV site but leave it in place in case it is needed again.

8. A new IV site is required every few days to prevent infection and other major complications.

Answer: True

Recommendations for IV site changes vary from 72-96 hours. However, most health care settings have policies for every 72 hours. The site changing decreases the chance of infection and other complications.

9. What might the medical staff call a capped off IV?

Answer: All of these

These IV accesses are for intermittent drugs, such as narcotics and antibiotics, and are kept patent with periodic flushes of saline and/or heparin. However, most health care settings are decreasing the use of heparin for intermittent flushing. Recommendations for patency are normally for 2-5ml of saline every eight hours.

10. What is the diameter of the needle known as?

Answer: Gauge

A higher number gauge needle would have a smaller diameter. For example, a 24-gauge needle is smaller, in diameter, than an 18-gauge needle.

Source: Author amyrn007

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