Final Exam Flashcards
(37 cards)
How many pounds equals 1 kilogram?
2.2 lbs
BSA formula for metric system
BSA= square root of weight(kg) x height(cm) divided by 3,600
BSA formula for imperial
BSA= square root of weight(lb) x height(in) divided by 3131
How is BSA answered always formatted?
m^2
Infusion time formula
Volume
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mL/hr
What is the correct fluid level for an IV drip chamber?
Chamber half-full
What clamp is used to regulate IV flow rate?
Roller clamp
When might a slide clamp be used?
Stop the IV temporarily without disturbing the rate set on the roller clamp
What is a peripheral line
A site in an arm, hand, or leg vein
What is a central line?
IV catheter inserted into a deep chest vein
What is the common abbreviation for an intravenous piggyback?
IVPB
Is the intravenous piggyback a primary or secondary line?
Secondary
What must the height of a primary solution bag be when a secondary bag is infusing by gravity?
Primary bag must be lower than secondary bag
When is a saline lock or IPID used?
For intermittent infusions when a continuous IV is not necessary
What are the two strengths of heparin flush solutions available?
10 units/mL and 100 units/mL
What is the benefit of a double or triple lumen IV catheter?
Multiple medications can be given at the same time without mixing
What does PICC mean?
Peripherally inserted central catheter
What does a side clamp do?
Stop and start flow
IV fluid abbreviation: D
Dextrose
IV fluid abbreviation: W
Water
IV fluid abbreviation: NS
Normal saline
What is normal saline?
0.9% sodium chloride
What does D5NS mean?
5% dextrose with 0.9% sodium chloride
What is 2NS
Half of NS (0.45% NaCl)
