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ADMINISTERING IV DRUGS
3. Explain procedure to the patient (name of the medicine and action) before
administration.
IV tray
Heparin solution
This copy of the procedures from the 7th edition of the Nursing Standards on Intravenous Practice by ANSAP 1
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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8. Fill the 2.5 cc syringe with Isotonic solution or Normal saline 1 cc each.
This copy of the procedures from the 7th edition of the Nursing Standards on Intravenous Practice by ANSAP 2
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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11. Check the patency, open the IV line inject NSS or Isotonic solution to flush
the Heparin solution.
12. Close the IV line & remove saline syringe and insert medication syringe
into port.
13. Open the IV line & inject medication into the vein, timing the flow rate
according to doctor’s prescription or drug manufacturer’s instructions.
14. Observe patient for any adverse reactions & do nursing intervention
accordingly.
16. Insert the saline syringe, open the line & flush catheter tubing /IV cannula
to flush the line.
18. Close the IV line, remove syringe and return the cover of the injection
port aseptically.
Note: Normal saline can take the place of Heparin. Studies have shown
the efficacy of NSS. Heparin solution can be used if normal saline or
Isotonic solution is not available.
This copy of the procedures from the 7th edition of the Nursing Standards on Intravenous Practice by ANSAP 3
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.