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Flashcards in IV's Deck (8)
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1
Q

AN IV piggyback infusion is given through the existing

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IV over a short period of time

2
Q

it is important to see if the piggyback medication and IV solution are __________

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compatible

3
Q

make sure to label the tubing with

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appropriate date

4
Q

after attaching the IVPB infusion squeeze the ____________ ________ so it is halfway full.

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drip chamber

5
Q

Priming the IVPB tubing

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let IVPB go all the way to the tip

6
Q

connect tubing to main IV port after

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priming IVPB tube

7
Q

clean IV port with

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alcohol swab

8
Q

what to document after IVPB infusion

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medication, dose, route (IVPB), amount of fluid, venous access site, rate and time