Nurse digest : intravenous (IV) therapy technique /

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to IV therapy -- Anatomy and Physiology of the circulatory system -- Intravenous solutions -- Types of IV catheters -- Blood transfusion therapy -- Preparation for IV insertion -- Intravenous insertion technique -- IV catheter maintenance.

"Intravenous therapy or IV therapy is a medical procedure where liquid substances, such as fluids and medications, are delivered directly into a patient's vein. This can be done intermittently or continuously, with continuous administration being called an intravenous drip. The purpose of IV therapy is to quickly replace fluids and electrolytes, provide medications, and replenish blood volume throughout the body. The nurse is responsible for managing IV therapy by assessing the IV site, preparing and hanging primary and secondary IV bags, calculating IV rates, monitoring the effectiveness of IV therapy, and discontinuing a peripheral IV. IV medications and fluids act rapidly in the body, so it is important to properly prepare and administer them safely to the patient. IV fluid administration requires a medication order from a healthcare provider before it can be initiated. Compared to other routes of administration, such as oral or topical, IV therapy is the fastest way to deliver fluids and medications throughout the body. This is because the substances are delivered directly into the bloodstream, where they can immediately begin to take effect. However, it is important to remember that once a medication enters the vein, its action cannot be terminated. The book "Nurse Digest Intravenous (TV) Therapy Technique" has eight chapters that cover various aspects of IV therapy"-- Back cover.