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This copy of the procedures from the 7th edition of the Nursing Standards on Intravenous Practice by ANSAP was reproduced for educational purposes of Filipino student nurses and registered nurses who need to review and study the procedures prior to actual IVT training and practicum.

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CHANGING AN IV SOLUTION

1. Verify doctor’s prescription in doctor’s order sheet; countercheck IV label, IV card, infusate sequence, type, amount, additives (if any), duration of infusion.

2. Observe ten (10) Rs. 3. Explain procedure to reassure patient &

significant others & assess IV site for redness, swelling, pain, etc.

4. Change IV tubings and cannula if 48-72 hours lapsed after IV insertion.

5. Wash hands before and after the procedure.

6. Prepare necessary materials; place on IV tray. 7. Check sterility and integrity of IV solution. 8. Place IV label on the IV bottle. 9. Calibrate new IV bottle according to duration of

infusion as per prescription.

10. Open and disinfect rubber port of IV solution to follow.

Name of Patient: ___________ Rm #: ___

IVF Fluids: ________________________

Bottle #: __________ Flow Rate: _______

Drug Incorporation: __________________

Date & Time Started: _________________

Date & Time to consume: _____________

NOD: _____________________________

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11. Close the roller clamp and spike the container aseptically.

12. Regulate the flow rate based on the

prescribed infusion rate of infusion. Expel air bubbles (if any).

13. Reiterate assurance to patient and significant others. 14. Discard all waste materials according to Health Care Waste Management.

15. Document and endorse accordingly.