What can IV systems be used to infuse?

• A. Fluids, electrolytes, nutrients, and medications
• B. Nutrients, oxygen, medications, and air
• C. Only medications and fluids
• D. Electrolytes, vitamins, and hormones

Answer: (A)

IV therapy delivers substances directly into the bloodstream, and its main uses include hydrating the patient with fluids, correcting electrolyte imbalances with electrolyte solutions, providing nutrients when oral intake isn’t possible, and delivering medications. Oxygen and air aren’t given through an IV, they’re provided by respiratory methods. Saying only medications and fluids misses electrolytes and nutrients, while focusing on hormones or vitamins alone doesn’t capture the full range of typical IV infusions. Therefore, fluids, electrolytes, nutrients, and medications together best describe what IV systems infuse.