IV Infusions Flashcards
how often should an IV be checked
every 1-2h
what should be checked when looking at an IV
patency of device
pain, swelling, heat, redness,
type/amount of fluid being infused,
drip rate,
volume infused on pump
what should be monitored when a patient is on an IV
I and O
body weight
skin turgor
mucous membranes
what should patients be educated on
symptoms of infiltration
phlebitis
occluded infusion device
what should be assessed when looking at an IV
pain at IV site
how often should an IV be changed
every 72h
how are drops per min calculated
total infusion volXdrip factor / total time of infusion in mins
what prevents bolus infusion
anti free flow valve
how is infusion rate calc
total infusion in ml/hrs of infusion
what should patients be observed for when on IV infusions
fluid excess or deficit
what should be reported at end of a shift
rate of infusion and volume remaining
piggyback infusion
- 25-50mL bag/syringe that connects to upper Y-port of infusion line or IV access
- micro or macro drip
- set higher than primary infusion
volume control admin infusion
- 50-150 mL
- attaches just below primary infusion bag
- simular to regular infusion
mini infusion pump
- “syring pump”
- battery operated
- infused in very small amounts (5-60mL)
pediatric IV infusion considerations
- more vulnerable to alterations in fluid balance
- monitor intake/output
- flush solutions vary with age and size
- record blood draws on intake/output
gerontological IV infusion considerations
- at greater risk for drug toxicity
- monitor response for IV
- at risk for fluid volume overload
home care IV infusion considerations
- educate about steps of medication administration
- have client’s return demonstration
- educate for signs and symptoms of complications
what does CATS PRRR mean?
compatible
allergies
tubing
site check
pump safety check
right med
release clamps
return to asess patient
when putting med through a line what should they never be mixed with
blood
blood products
parental nutrition
insulin
what direction should IV lines be routed toward
the head
