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A nurse has prepared an IV infusion for a patient. What should be done before starting this infusion?

A.

Verify patient’s identity

B.

Check IV site

C.

Check IV tubing

D.

All of above

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Before starting an IV infusion, the nurse should verify the patient’s identity using two identifiers such as name and date of birth. The nurse should also check the IV site for any signs of infection, inflammation, or phlebitis. Finally, the nurse should check IV tubing for any kinks or obstructions that may impede flow.

a. Verifying the patient’s identity using two identifiers such as name and date of birth is important before starting an IV infusion.

b. Checking the IV site for any signs of infection, inflammation or phlebitis is important before starting an IV infusion.

c. Checking IV tubing for any kinks or obstructions that may impede flow is important before starting an IV infusion.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

After administering a dose of pain medication, the nurse should check the patient’s vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and temperature. The nurse should also assess the patient’s pain level using an appropriate pain scale. Finally, the nurse should document the administration of pain medication including time, dose, route, and any adverse effects.

a . Checking the patient’s vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and temperature is important after administering a dose of pain medication.

b.Assessing a patient’s pain level using an appropriate pain scale is important after administering a dose of pain medication.

c.Documenting the administration of pain medication including time, dose, route, and any adverse effects is important after administering a dose of pain medication.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

If there is a discrepancy between the medication order and the medication label, the nurse should hold the medication and clarify the order with the provider to ensure that it is safe and appropriate for the client. The nurse should not administer a medication if there is any uncertainty about its safety or appropriateness.

a. Administering a medication without clarifying a discrepancy between its order and label could result in harm to the client.

b. Administering a medication without clarifying a discrepancy between its order and label could result in harm to the client.

d. Notifying the charge nurse may be appropriate after clarifying with provider.

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