Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Four clients are scheduled to receive IV infusions, but there are only three intravenous (IV) pumps available. Which prescribed infusion can most safely be administered without an IV infusion pump?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Ceftriaxone can be safely administered by gravity infusion with nurse monitoring, as its dosing is less sensitive to minor flow rate variations. Heparin, magnesium, and insulin require precise infusion rates due to risks of bleeding, toxicity, or glucose imbalances, necessitating an IV pump.