Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) Practice Exam

A small volume intravenous bag specifically used to deliver medication is called a:

1. LVP

2. IVPB

3. Vial

4. Ampule

The correct answer is: IVPB

The answer is correct because an IVPB, or Intravenous Piggyback, refers to a small volume intravenous bag that is designed to administer medication in addition to a primary IV fluid. This method allows for the delivery of medications or fluids that need to be administered intermittently, often by hanging the IVPB bag higher than the primary IV bag to ensure that the medication is infused properly when needed. The use of an IVPB is crucial in many clinical settings, as it allows for efficient medication administration without disrupting the ongoing primary fluid infusion. Other options do not adequately describe a small volume intravenous bag for medication delivery. For instance, an LVP (Large Volume Parenteral) refers to a larger container typically used for fluid resuscitation or maintenance therapy. A vial is a small container that holds medications in solid or liquid form but is not designed for IV delivery without being transferred to a bag or syringe. An ampule is a sealed container that holds a single dose of medication, usually for injection, and also does not serve as an IV bag. Hence, IVPB is specifically tailored for the described use in the question.