Intravenous drug therapy manual

 · IV INFUSION FAQ SHEET. 1. A Hydrating infusion is defined as an infusion of fluid and electrolytes (eg, normal salin e, D/2 normal saline +30mEq KCL/liter). Drugs: Contract Drugs List Part 1 – Prescription Drugs (E through M) section in this manual for more information on Intravenous or Intra-arterial Solutions. Simple Intravenous Solutions For the purpose of Medi -Cal reimbursement, “Simple Intravenous Solutions” are those typically used for . Secondary IV therapy is often referred to as “IV piggyback” (IVPB) medication because it is attached to the primary bag of intravenous fluids. In this case, the primary line maintains venous access between drug doses. It is important to remember that not all IV solutions are compatible with all IV medications.

• Observe the Six Rights of IV fluid administration. • Prime tubing, clearing air. • Identify tubing parts that are to remain sterile and maintain sterility. • Apply principles of sterile technique throughout procedure. • Document tubing change and site care. • Secures IV catheter with sterile dressing per agency policy. drugs furnished by a qualified home infusion therapy supplier. Section (iii)(3)(C) of the Act defines “home infusion drug” as a parenteral drug or biological administered intravenously, or subcutaneously for an administration period of 15 minutes or more, in the home of an. Intravenous Push/Direct medication administration: refers to the manual administration of a relatively small volume of a concentrated solution or medication directly into the venous system via a peripheral or central venous access device. Speed Shock - a sudden adverse physiological reaction to IV medication or drugs that are administered too.

IV Medication Reference Manual Monographs. LPN must have completed the Sask Polytechnic IV Therapy/Blood Blood Products completer course or. handbook provides comprehensive information on more than I.V. drugs, dangers and new appendices on risks of peripheral and central I.V. therapy. verbal consent for IV treatment been provided? □ Does the resident have appropriate vascular access (e.g., peripheral IV, PICC, SQ set)?. □ Are drug level.