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The EMT will: Correctly maintain a continuous IV/IO infusion at
the ordered rate Describe & demonstrate equipment needed,
techniques utilized, precautions required and troubleshooting principles of IV/IO infusion therapy
Describe & demonstrate the procedure for discontinuing an IV
Describe & demonstrate appropriate disposal of contaminated items
Describe & demonstrate appropriate documentation
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Purpose Replacement of previous or concurrent losses
Dehydration (eg, diarrhea, vomiting)
Hemorrhage (eg, trauma, GI bleeding)
Maintenance of fluid & electrolyte balance For those patients who are NPO For those patients unable to take enough orally
Provide a mechanism for administration of medications &/or transfusion of blood products
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IV or IO? Where & what size? Secured? Complications
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IV vs IO sites Upper extremities Lower extremities External jugular Scalp
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IV type and size Catheter over the needle system Butterfly Typically 22 gauge to 18 gauge
The smaller the number, the bigger the needle/catheter!
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Site secured? Tape over hub Clear sterile dressing over site Tubing secured appropriately Armboard if indicated
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What to watch for… Infiltration Phlebitis Positional IV site Air embolism Bleeding/leaking Empty IV bag
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Infiltration: catheter becomes dislodged and fluids enter the surrounding tissues Signs & symptoms
Painful swelling around insertion site Pale, cool skin around insertion site Damp or wet dressing Slowed or stopped flow of fluids No backflow of blood in tubing
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Infiltration treatment Stop infusion immediately Discontinue IV Elevate extremity If <30 minutes apply cold compress to ⇩swelling If >30 minutes apply warm compress to
encourage absorption Notify nursing staff
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Phlebitis: inflammation along the vein Signs & symptoms
Localized redness and warmth around insertion site that may follow path of vein
Patient discomfort Sluggish flow
Treatment Same as for infiltration
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Positional IV Site: occurs when IV is placed in specific areas that cause “kinking” or partial obstruction with patient movement (eg, wrist and antecubital area) Signs & symptoms
Sluggish &/or no flow Occlusion alarm on pump
Treatment Reposition limb, tubing &/or catheter connection Utilize arm board Restabilize when flowing smoothly
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Air Embolism: air obstructing a blood vessel (typically caused by large amounts of air entering the bloodstream-average tubing holds approximately 5cc of air-an amount not ordinarily considered to be dangerous) Causes include:
Allowing solution bags to run dry Failure to remove air from tubing Disconnecting IV tubing
Signs & Symptoms Abrupt drop in blood pressure Rapid, weak pulse Cyanosis Chest pain
Treatment High flow O2 Place patient on left side with feet elevated Notify nursing staff/provider immediately
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Bleeding/leaking IV site Blood oozing around IV insertion site
If patient has had clot busters (fibrinolytics) oozing around the site may occur
If flow is sluggish, patient c/o pain, or redness is present discontinue IV
Clear fluids leaking around insertion site Discontinue IV as this is probably due to
obstruction (clot) or infiltration
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Empty IV bag Prevention!
Prior to transfer assess amount of fluid remaining Hang new bag when approximately 50cc remaining Documentation
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Types NS LR D5W D10W
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Tubing Adjusting flow rate
Influenced by: Use of roller clamp Height of bag Amount of fluid in bag Position of limb below level of the heart Pressure bag present
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Changing bag using aseptic technique Hang new fluid when 50cc remaining Check solution
Solution type, expiration date Close roller clamp Remove bag keeping spike sterile Open new bag keeping access port sterile Replace bag Prime reservoir Readjust flow rate if needed Document solution, rate, and time hung
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Flow rates Controlled vs rapid infusion
Pumps IV tubing insertion Power on/start/stop/silence Adjusting rate Adjusting volume to be infused Primary start Occlusion alarm Low battery alarm
WHEN IN DOUBT…..TAKE TUBING OUT!
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Supplies Gloves 2x2 gauze Tape
Removal Follow universal precautions Remove dressing/tape Remove catheter and simultaneously place 2x2 over
site Hold direct pressure for 2 minutes or until bleeding
stops Tape 2x2 in place Check that IV catheter is intact-if not apply tourniquet
above site and notify nursing staff immediately. (catheter embolus is potentially fatal)
Document time of removal and integrity of catheter Dispose of contaminated materials appropriately
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Questions??