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2 IV Fluids and Fluid Replacement Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 2 IV Fluids and Fluid Replacement, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

True or false: Although 5% dextrose in water is approximately isotonic in the bag, it remains an effective intravascular resuscitation fluid after infusion.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
Choose one
1 point

An adult inpatient needs rapid intravascular volume resuscitation. Which fluid category is generally considered for this purpose?

  1. A

    0.45% sodium chloride

  2. B

    An isotonic crystalloid, such as 0.9% sodium chloride or a balanced crystalloid

  3. C

    5% dextrose in water as the sole resuscitation fluid

  4. D

    Sterile water

03
Written response
1 point

A prescription specifies 0.45% sodium chloride. What fluid category does this solution belong to?

04
Choose one
1 point

A clinically stable adult cannot take fluids orally or enterally for a short period. Which IV fluid-therapy purpose is most likely being considered?

  1. A

    Routine maintenance

  2. B

    Resuscitation

  3. C

    Blood replacement

  4. D

    Redistribution treatment

05
True or false
1 point

True or false: Low urine output by itself proves that an adult inpatient needs an IV fluid bolus.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

06
Fill in the blank
1 point

During an infusion, a patient's IV site becomes swollen, cool, and uncomfortable. The nurse's first action is to .

07
Choose all
1 point

A patient is receiving IV fluids. Which findings may signal fluid overload? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    New or worsening breathlessness

  2. B

    Crackles on examination

  3. C

    Peripheral or dependent edema

  4. D

    A rapid increase in weight

  5. E

    Improved oral intake

08
Written response
1 point

In addition to hand hygiene, what technique should a nurse use when handling an IV catheter or infusion system to reduce infection risk?

09
Fill in the blank
1 point

When estimating a patient's overall fluid plan, include oral or enteral intake, IV fluids, medication carriers, and .

10
Choose all
1 point

An adult remains on IV fluids. Which measures are commonly part of reassessing the patient's status and fluid plan? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Clinical examination

  2. B

    Intake and output

  3. C

    Weight

  4. D

    Renal function and electrolyte results

  5. E

    The color of the infusion bag alone

11
Choose one
1 point

An adult has substantial ongoing gastrointestinal losses. Which general replacement approach is most appropriate?

  1. A

    Use the same standard fluid rate for every patient with gastrointestinal losses.

  2. B

    Estimate the type and amount of loss and account for maintenance needs and other intake.

  3. C

    Replace losses only if serum sodium is abnormal.

  4. D

    Stop oral or enteral fluids whenever IV fluids are prescribed.

12
Choose one
1 point

A clinician is considering a colloid solution for a specific indication. Which description best characterizes colloids?

  1. A

    They are hypotonic solutions that provide only free water.

  2. B

    They are sterile water preparations used for routine resuscitation.

  3. C

    They contain larger molecules, such as albumin.

  4. D

    They are dextrose solutions that remain intravascular after infusion.

13
Choose one
1 point

A patient is being considered for a hypertonic IV solution. Which safety principle should guide its use?

  1. A

    They are routine first-line fluids for all initial resuscitation.

  2. B

    They can shift water between body compartments and require a specific indication and close monitoring.

  3. C

    They are interchangeable with isotonic crystalloids in every clinical situation.

  4. D

    They require no monitoring once an infusion has started.

14
Open ended
1 point

Why should a patient's IV fluid plan be reassessed regularly and discontinued when it is no longer needed? Include the risks of both excessive fluid and inadequate replacement.

15
Choose one
1 point

A stable adult inpatient cannot take fluids orally or enterally for a short period and has no identified circulation problem or abnormal fluid loss. Which IV-fluid purpose most closely fits this situation?

  1. A

    Resuscitation

  2. B

    Routine maintenance

  3. C

    Replacement of an abnormal loss

  4. D

    Redistribution treatment

16
Choose one
1 point

An adult patient needs rapid intravascular volume resuscitation. Which fluid category is generally considered when resuscitation is clinically indicated?

  1. A

    0.45% sodium chloride

  2. B

    5% dextrose in water as the sole resuscitation fluid

  3. C

    An isotonic crystalloid

  4. D

    Sterile water

17
Written response
1 point

A fluid provides proportionally more free water than an isotonic solution and is not a routine choice for initial resuscitation. What fluid category is it?

18
True or false
1 point

True or false: Low urine output by itself proves that an adult patient needs an IV fluid bolus.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

19
Choose one
1 point

When estimating an adult patient's overall fluid plan, which approach gives the most complete account of intake and losses?

  1. A

    Include oral or enteral intake, IV fluids, medication carriers, and measured losses.

  2. B

    Count only IV fluids because other sources do not affect fluid balance.

  3. C

    Exclude medication carriers unless they contain electrolytes.

  4. D

    Count measured losses but disregard oral or enteral intake.

20
Written response
1 point

During a peripheral IV infusion, the site becomes swollen, cool, and uncomfortable. What catheter complication do these findings suggest?