IV Therapies Part 2 and Fluid and Electrolytes Flashcards
How are IV push medications administered?
IV medications are given via IV catheter directly into vein.
What is the onset of a medication given IV push?
Within seconds, which is especially useful in emergencies.
How might you stop the medication action if an adverse reaction occurs?
Antidote; however, not all medications have an antidote.
When monitoring patient’s given medication IV push, assess pt _________, _________, and ________ medication administration.
Before, during, and after
How would you support a patient with an adverse reaction?
Support airway, give O2, and administer antidote if available.
What adverse reaction should the nurse monitor for when amidarone is given IV push?
Blue man syndrome
What does parenteral fluid replacement refer to?
Refers to any route outside of the GI tract; more absorption through the gut. However need to monitor for gut issues (i.e., stomach cancer)
What adverse reaction should the nurse monitor for when vancomycin is given IV push?
Red man syndrome
What are the objectives for parenteral fluid replacement?
- Identify risk factors for fluid imbalances.
-Use clinical judgment while applying the nursing process when caring for patients with fluid imbalances.
-Choose appropriate clinical assessments using clinical judgment for specific fluid imbalances.
-Explain rationale and procedures for maintaining the system parenteral fluid replacement; changing IV solution containers, tubing, and dressings.
-Evaluate outcomes of care of patients with fluid imbalances.
-Explain potential complications of IV therapy and what to do if they occur.
