chapter 1 terms Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
additive | any drug or component added to an IV solution |
admixture | an IV solution with at least one medication added to it |
ampule | a sealed glass container containing sterile injectable medication |
bacteriocidal | an agent capable of killing bacteria |
bacteriostatic | an agent capable of inhabiting the growth of bacteria |
bolus | an initial dose of medication or solution useally a dose higher than the maintenance dose also called the loading dose |
central line | an IV access site into one of the major blood vessels this is the IV through which hypertonic fluids may be given |
compatibility | the ability of two or more components to be mixed together without physical or chemical degradation of any component |
contamination | the presence of a harmful or unwanted substance |
continuous infusion | an infusion given at a continuous rate over a long period of time |
coring | the breaking off part of the rubber stopper of a vial or container due to improper needle stick the cored part of the rubber stopper is usually pushed into the vial or container |
critical site | any opening or pathway that is at risk for contact with air or touch contamination |
diluent | the liquid used to reconstitute a powder drug or the liquid added to reduce the concentration of another liquid |
infusion | the slow administration of medication or solution via a parenteral route of administration |
interavenous piggyback | delivery of a secondary IV solution into a existing IV line |
Loading dose | an intimal dose of a drug that is used to achieve a desired drug level |
multiple-dose vial | a vial that is intended for multiple needle punctures and withdraws usually contains preservatives to maintain sterility |
parenteral | administrative of a drug via a route of administrative that bypasses the gastrointestinal tract |
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