BAMD Infusion Device Quiz

What is the primary function of an infusion device?

• To administer vaccines

• To perform surgeries

• To monitor blood pressure

• To deliver fluids in controlled amounts

Which type of nutrition is provided through Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)?

• Only proteins

• Only vitamins and minerals

• All nutritional needs

• Only carbohydrates

What is a common cause of electrolyte imbalance?

• Excessive hydration

• High protein diet

• Prolonged vomiting

• Increased sleep

Which of the following is a disadvantage of a simple gravity drip?

• Low risk of extra-vascular infusion

• Low cost

• Reliable

• Time wasting

What is a key feature of volumetric pumps?

• Uses gravity for pressure

• Set in drops/minute

• Monitors the volume of fluid

• Requires manual adjustment

What type of infusion pump is suitable for low volume infusion?

• Gravity drip

• Syringe pump

• Volumetric pump

• Portable insulin pump

Which of the following is a safety hazard associated with infusion pumps?

• User-friendly design

• High accuracy

• Pump failures

• Low cost

What does the 'Keep Vein Open' (KVO) rate help to avoid?

• Fluid overload

• Coagulation

• Electrolyte imbalance

• Infection

What is a feature of patient-controlled analgesia (PCA)?

• Allows patients to control their pain

• Delivers medication only during surgery

• Administers medication automatically

• Requires constant nurse supervision

Which mechanism is NOT a type of volumetric pump?

• Rotary peristaltic

• Linear peristaltic

• Cassette type

• Syringe type