Today is our topic of discussion is General Instruction for Intravenous Injection .
General Instruction for Intravenous Injection
General Instructions
- Follow strict aseptic technique throughout the procedure
- Administer IV fluids only with a clearly written prescription
- Maintain the specified rate of flow to prevent circulatory overload
- Constant and continuous observation for any unfavorable symptoms
- Observe the rights during administration
- Check the expiry date before opening the bottles
- If fluids are discolored, cloudy in appearance that should not be used for infusion
- Do not use any site that is tender, red, edematous and inflamed
- Never allow the bottle to get empty completely to prevent the entry of air into the tissues
- Keep the patient warm and comfortable with blankets if necessary
- Immobilize the joints with splints when the needle is placed near a joint
- Frequent observation of the vital signs throughout the procedure will help to detect many complications
- Allow the patient to void before the IV infusion is started.
Observation Needed Throughout the Procedure
- Flow rate and potency of IV tubing
- Dislodgement of needle
- Signs of circulatory over load
- Urinary output
- Needle site
- Fluid level in the bottle
- Vital signs at frequent intervals.
Preliminary Assessment
- Check
- Patients name, age, bed number and diagnosis
- Purpose of infusion Doctors order
- Level of consciousness
- General conditions
- Abilities and limitation
- Need for additional restraints
- Articles available
- Previous experience.
Equipment
- A tray containing: Sterile IV solution
- Sterile IV infusion set
- Sterile needle of choice (Butterfly or cannula)
- Sterile syringe (2 or 5 mL)
- Sterile transfer forceps in a jar pieces
- Sterile cotton swabs and gauze
- Surgical spirit Kidney tray and paper bag
- Bowl with water
- Tourniquet
- Adhesive tape and scissors
- Specimen bottles Mackintosh and towel
- IV pole
- Restrainer (Splint with roller bandages).
Preparation of the Patient and Environment
- Explain the procedure: Sent the visitors outside
- Provide privacy
- Allow the patient to empty the bladder
- Check the vital signs Adjust the height of the bed
- Arrange the articles at the bedside
- Place the patient in comfortable and relaxed position
- Provide adequate light in the room.