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Medical Orders
Module 10
Question | Answer |
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what is infusion therapy? | introducing fluids directly into the vein |
name some IV solutions? | (1) dextrose in water (2) dextrose in saline (3) normal saline (4) 2/3 dextrose - 1/3 saline, TPN |
what are some common accessory devices? | (1) mini loop extensions (2) electronic infusion pump (3) multiple lumen catheter (4) injection cap (5) implantable venous access device (IVAD) (6) central venous catheter (7) butterfly needles |
what is the most common infusion solution and is implied on doctors orders for normal saline? | it will be 0.9% - closest to body pH |
medical orders for an IV will state: | (1) type of solution (2) amount of solution (3) the amount of solution to be given over a set time |
the HUC is responsible for what when ordering blood products: | (1) number of units (2) blood type of client (3) the name of the client |
when blood products are received, how long do you have to use them? | 30 min of obtaining blood and infused over 2-4 |
what are the types of blood products that can be used? | (1) whole blood (2) packed cells (3) platelets (4) plasma (5) cryoprecipitate (6) albumin |
what is patient controlled analgesic (PCA)? | allows clients to self administer small doses of narcotics intravenously via a special infusion pump |