Lesson 2 Flashcards
How many gtts for macro
10 15 20 gtts
How many gtts for micro
60
This drip is used for routine primary infusions
Macro-drip
This drip is for pediatric or neonatal
Micro drip
The drop fsctors can be located on the _____
Packaging of tubing
This tubing is used to infuse continuous or intermittent fluid or medication
Primary
Prevents fluid or medication from travelling up
Backcheck valve
Used to infuse secondary medication and give push medication
Access port
Used to regulate the speed of, or to stop, or start ; gravity infusion
Roller clamp
Shorter in length than primary tubing
Secondary tubing
Add on devices should be changed every _____
96 hours
All IV tubing should be changed using ______
Sterile technique
How many hours should a PRIMARY TUBING be changed?
72-96 hours
How many hours should a SECONDARY OR INTERMITTENT TUBING be changed?
24 hours
How many hours should SOLUTIONS WITH FAT EMULSION be changed?
24 hrs