Dilution of IV push medications: Challenging tradition

Abstract

Participants will learn of a practice change effort on an adult medical-surgical unit that challenged traditional nursing beliefs around IV push medication administration. Participants will review current evidence that advocates against unnecessary dilution of IV push medications. Participants will also be able to identify three established IV push medication guidelines.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Authors

Michelle Kamel

Author Details

Michelle Kamel, BSN, RN, CMSRN - Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Denver, CO, USA

Sigma Membership

Alpha Kappa at-Large

Lead Author Affiliation

Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Denver, Colorado, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Evidence-based Practice, Medication Administration, Safety

Recommended Citation

Kamel, Michelle, "Dilution of IV push medications: Challenging tradition" (2019). Convention. 116.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/posters_2019/116

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Acquisition

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