Melissa posted on December 17, 2018 08:00
Thanks to all who share their knowledge! CVAA National members have access to the full discussions here:
> Asked Nov 7: What is known of the role of the nurse related to the self-administration of IV antibiotics by laypersons? [no replies yet - can you help?]
> Asked Nov 21: Heparin Lock solution - are you still using this, if yes on which lines, how much, how often & can you share evidence? [4 replies to date]
> Asked Nov 23: When calculating pediatric medications for administration we have always accounted for the dead space post flush in the IV tubing in our calculations. Our question is: Are you aware of any best practice guidelines or policies regarding including flush volume in calculations prior to medication administration - for Pediatrics? For adults? [1 reply to date]
> Asked Nov 24: PICC dressing changes post insertion [2 replies to date]
> Asked Nov 29: Is there a minimum IV flow rate? [7 replies to date]
> Asked Nov 30: Can you please advise if it is necessary to clamp the tubing of the port and/or PICC (if it has a clamp) after instillation of Alteplase? [2 replies to date]
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