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IV Therapy Quiz

by htillmanPublished: August 14, 2025

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Intravenous (IV) therapy is a cornerstone of modern healthcare, providing essential fluids, medications, and nutrients directly into the bloodstream. This quiz is designed to test your understanding of IV therapy principles, techniques, and safety protocols. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or a student, this quiz will help you gauge your knowledge and identify areas for improvement. Let’s get started and see how much you know about this vital medical procedure!
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IV Therapy Quiz
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1. What is the primary purpose of IV therapy?
Consider the main reasons for using IV therapy in a clinical setting.

IV Therapy Quiz Questions Overview

1. What is the primary purpose of IV therapy?

To deliver medications directly into the bloodstream
To monitor blood pressure
To measure blood glucose levels
To perform surgery

2. Which of the following is a common site for IV insertion?

Femoral vein
Jugular vein
Cephalic vein
Subclavian vein

3. What is the most common complication of IV therapy?

Infection
Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
Arrhythmia

4. Which of the following fluids is isotonic?

0.9% Sodium Chloride
0.45% Sodium Chloride
D5W
3% Sodium Chloride

5. What is the purpose of a saline lock?

To prevent blood clotting in the IV line
To administer continuous fluids
To measure blood pressure
To deliver chemotherapy

6. Which of the following is a sign of phlebitis?

Redness and warmth at the IV site
Coldness and pallor at the IV site
Hypertension
Bradycardia

7. What is the recommended angle for inserting an IV catheter?

15-30 degrees
45-60 degrees
75-90 degrees
0-15 degrees

8. Which of the following is NOT a type of IV fluid?

Lactated Ringer’s
Normal Saline
D5W
Insulin

9. What is the purpose of priming an IV line?

To remove air from the IV line
To administer medication
To check blood glucose levels
To measure blood pressure

10. Which of the following is an indication for IV therapy?

Dehydration
Mild headache
Minor cut
Common cold

11. What is the maximum duration an IV catheter should remain in place?

72-96 hours
24 hours
1 week
2 weeks

12. Which of the following is a hypertonic solution?

3% Sodium Chloride
0.9% Sodium Chloride
D5W
Lactated Ringer’s

13. What is the purpose of using a tourniquet during IV insertion?

To dilate the vein
To measure blood pressure
To administer medication
To stop bleeding

14. Which of the following is a sign of fluid overload?

Edema
Dry mouth
Hypotension
Weight loss

15. What is the purpose of a heparin lock?

To prevent blood clotting in the IV line
To administer continuous fluids
To measure blood pressure
To deliver chemotherapy

16. Which of the following is a contraindication for IV therapy?

Severe infection at the insertion site
Dehydration
Electrolyte imbalance
Nutritional deficiency

17. What is the purpose of using an infusion pump?

To control the rate of fluid administration
To measure blood pressure
To administer medications
To check blood glucose levels

18. Which of the following is a sign of infiltration?

Swelling and coolness at the IV site
Redness and warmth at the IV site
Hypertension
Bradycardia

19. What is the purpose of using a filter needle?

To remove particulate matter from medications
To administer continuous fluids
To measure blood pressure
To deliver chemotherapy

20. Which of the following is a sign of an air embolism?

Shortness of breath and chest pain
Hypertension
Hyperglycemia
Bradycardia
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