CHAPTER 9. PREPARING AND SETTING UP INTRAVENOUS MEDICATIONS
INTRODUCTION
Intravenous fluids or medication for administration are usually prepared by nursing staff. However, junior doctors should be able to perform this simple task.
INDICATIONS
• Administration of intravenous fluids.
• Administration of intravenous medications.
• Intravenous replacement of electrolytes.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
• Cellulitis at the cannula site – replace the cannula elsewhere if suspected (see Chapter 8).
EQUIPMENT
PRACTICAL PROCEDURE
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