ATI LPN Med Surg Therapy Proctored Exam

The purpose of a saline lock (intermittent IV device) is to:

A client receiving IV fluids develops redness, warmth, and pain at the insertion site. The LVN should suspect:

When discontinuing a peripheral IV catheter, the LVN should:

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has an intravenous (IV) catheter in her left forearm. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates the client has phlebitis?

Which assessment finding indicates a possible adverse IV medication reaction?

Which site should be avoided for routine peripheral IV insertion when possible?

A client has IV infiltration. What is the priority action?

Which statement by the LVN indicates correct practice when an IV medication label differs from the MAR?

A client receiving IV fluids suddenly develops dyspnea and crackles. The LVN should suspect:

The primary purpose of using an IV infusion pump is to:

Which finding during IV medication administration requires the most immediate intervention?

Which action is within the LVN scope related to IV therapy in Texas (per facility policy and training)?

What is the primary reason IV tubing must be primed before connection?

Which IV medication safety practice is most effective in preventing harm?

During IV medication administration, which assessment is most important to perform repeatedly?

A nurse is inserting an intravenous catheter for a client which results in a blood spill on her gloved hand. The client has no documented bloodstream infection. Which of the following actions should t

A common early sign of IV site infection is:

The purpose of flushing an IV line before and after IV medication administration is to:

When administering IV medications, the LVN should always:

The LVN notes swelling and coolness at the IV site with slowed infusion. This finding is most consistent with:

When flushing a peripheral IV catheter, the LVN should

A client develops hives and wheezing during an IV medication infusion. The LVN should first:

A client receiving an IV medication reports dizziness and nausea. What should the LVN do first?

A nurse is preparing to administer intravenous fluids via an infusion pump to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent an electrical hazard? (Select All that Apply.)

Which factor increases the risk of peripheral IV complications?