| Literature DB >> 18610932 |
Gillian Younger1, Marion Khan.
Abstract
The setting up and priming of an intravenous infusion is a common nursing procedure. However, it is associated with certain complications, for example infection. This article describes a step-by-step guide to the equipment required, correct preparation of the patient and the procedure. It also provides readers with calculation of drip-rate formulae.Entities:
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Year: 2008 PMID: 18610932 DOI: 10.7748/ns2008.06.22.40.40.c6571
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Nurs Stand ISSN: 0029-6570