IV push med safety

IV Push Med Safety
Catheter Occlusion - Blockage of catheter hindering infusion or
aspiration


Catheter-Related Infection - Local/systemic infection due to
catheter contamination or migration


Chemical Phlebitis - Inflammation of a vein due to the chemical
properties of the infused medication


Compatibility Chart - Reference tool to check if medications can
be safely mixed


Concentration - Amount of substance per volume (mg/mL)


Cross-Multiply - Mathematical method to find equivalent rates
or proportions


Diluent - Liquid used to dilute medication for administration

, Dilution - Process of reducing the concentration of a medication
for administration




Air Embolism - Air bubble in circulation causing chest pain,
respiratory distress


Arrhythmia - Irregular heart rhythm due to catheter irritation in
right atrium


Aspirating - Drawing back on a syringe to check for blood return


Baseline VS - Initial vital signs assessment before medication
administration


Blunt Filter Needle - Needle with a blunt tip used to draw up
medications from glass ampules


Catheter Migration - Movement of catheter due to improper
suturing or flushing