Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for a client with an IV infusion and is focused on IV therapy scenario 10. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Answer choices

1. A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
2. B. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
3. C. Assess site patency, infiltration, phlebitis, and pump settings.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

C. Assess site patency, infiltration, phlebitis, and pump settings.

Explanation

The priority action for IV therapy is to assess site patency, infiltration, phlebitis, and pump settings. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: medium
• Domain: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
• Objective: IV therapy

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