ATI Skills Modules 3.0 – Safety Video Practice Test

To determine the total amount of fluid provided to the patient, it's essential to sum the volumes of the packed red blood cells along with the volume of the solution used to flush the line between administrations.

In this case, the patient received two units of packed red blood cells, each with a volume of 300 mL. When you calculate that, you get:

300 mL (first unit) + 300 mL (second unit) = 600 mL from the packed red blood cells.

Additionally, the line was flushed with 25 mL of solution between the units. This volume must also be added to the total:

600 mL (from the blood cells) + 25 mL (flush solution) = 625 mL total.

Thus, the total amount of fluid documented would be 625 mL, which corresponds to the correct answer. This method of calculation ensures that all administered fluids are accounted for, crucial for proper patient documentation and care management.