CANNULATION

Question 1

True or False: You should never reinsert the stylet into the catheter after a failed IV attempt.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

True or False: Lower extremities are preferred for peripheral IV access.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

True or False: Chlorhexidine must be allowed to fully dry before cannulation.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

True or False: A tourniquet should completely block arterial flow.

Answer 4

False

Question 5

True or False: Transparent dressings should be taped over to ensure security.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

Fill in the blank: Peripheral IVs are commonly inserted into the _______, _______, and _______ veins.

Answer 6

cephalic, basilic, median

Question 7

Fill in the blank: The cannula should be flushed using a ____ ml syringe filled with 0.9% sodium chloride.

Answer 7

10

Question 8

Fill in the blank: Signs of infiltration include _______, _______, and _______.

Answer 8

swelling, pallor, coolness

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Phlebitis may present as _______, _______, and _______ at the insertion site.

Answer 9

pain, erythema, increased temperature

Question 10

Fill in the blank: Before starting the procedure, always verify patient identity using _______ identifiers.

Answer 10

two

Question 11

What is the primary goal of IV fluid administration?

Answer 11

To correct or prevent fluid and electrolyte disturbances.

Question 12

Why should you avoid inserting an IV in the same arm as a mastectomy?

Answer 12

Due to risk of lymphedema and compromised circulation.

Question 13

What size gauge is typically used for adult fluid maintenance?

Answer 13

22G

Question 14

What should be done if flashback of blood is not seen during insertion?

Answer 14

Stop and try a new site with a new catheter.

Question 15

What is the preferred method for site antisepsis before IV insertion?

Answer 15

Clean with alcohol-based chlorhexidine and allow to dry.

Question 16

How can you encourage vein dilation before insertion?

Answer 16

Apply warmth, place limb in dependent position, or stroke distal to proximal.

Question 17

What patient education should be provided before discharge with an IV?

Answer 17

Site care, signs of complications, and when to seek help.

Question 18

How often should the IV site be monitored?

Answer 18

At least every 4 hours.

Question 19

What are the signs of a bloodstream infection from an IV line?

Answer 19

Fever, chills, elevated white blood cell count, positive blood cultures.

Question 20

What should you do if the patient’s arm shows signs of edema, redness, and warmth at the IV site?

Answer 20

Suspect phlebitis and remove the cannula.