IV packet: Unit 1 Flashcards
What is the formula for calculating ggt
amount (mL) / time (minutes or hours depending on label) x ggt
What are 5 advantages to IV therapy
faster administration
faster absorption
can do multiple doses without discomfort
drugs can be administered directly
drugs can be administered intermittently or by continuous infusion
What are 5 disadvantages of iv therapy
extended time to administer
skilled HCP to perform
patient is less mobile
increased risk for infection
increased possibility for severe adverse drug reaction
what practices does the nurse utilize to maintain safety and sterility with iv therapy
hand hygiene, scrub the hub, 7 rights of drugs, keep tubing off floor
What does a proper HCP order contain
date
type of solution/ medication
dosage
rate
frequency
what are open containers in iv therapy
glass or vacuum sealed container that must be VENTED
what are closed containers in iv therapy
soft plastic bag that does not need to be vented and depends on atmospheric pressure
what are some disadvantages to open containers in iv therapy
glass can break
much heavier
what are some disadvantages to closed containers in iv therapy
bag can be punctured
decreases amount received by patient because medication can adhere to bag
non- clear difficult to see particulate matter
cannot easily measure volume in bag
MUST NOT WRITE ON BAG
what size is a macro drip
between 10-20 drops per mL/ min
what size is a micro drip
60 ml/ minute
how long can you wait before changing the peripheral lines (catheter from iv) to continuous running iv
96 hours
how long can you wait before changing the CVAD to continuous running IV
96 hours
how long can solutions be hanging for
24 hours AT MOST
What getting ready to hang IV bag what are 4 things to look for
leaking
particle
expiration date
discoloration
Why do we use IV fluids
when the body is unable to replenish water and electrolytes through food and fluid intake, iv solutions are a replacement
What are some reasons people experience fluid loss
nausea, volimiting, diarrhea, fever (sweating)
GI suctioning
hemorrhage
wound drainage
decreased fluid intake
diabetes
What are the three most common solutes in IV’s
sodium chloride
potassium chloride
dextrose