IV therapy Flashcards
normal osmolality 270-300
isotonic
fluids greater than 300 osmolality
hypertonic
fluids less than 270 osmolality
hypotonic
is KVO an appropriate order for rate of adminisitration
NO
how long can a peripheral IV stay in
72-96 hours
how long can a midline catheter stay in
1-4 weeks
how long can a central line stay in
months to a year
what do you flush picc lines that arent actively used with?
5mL of heparin
what do you flush a central line with before and after medication?
10 mL saline
always use 10 mL barrel syringes to flush any central line
yes
what is the most important part of piggyback IV
ensuring the IVs are compatible
what are clinical manifestations of IV complications
edema, cool skin, redness, burning, inflamed vein
how do you confirm central line access device
chest x ray
can you take a BP in the same arm as an IV?
no
when do you change continuous IV tubing
every 72-96 hours
