7K views · 77 reactions | Three of the most common IV pump alarms  as well as a few troubleshooting tips to make that pump STFU  | Ashley Lorena Adkins | Facebook

IV Failure: What to do next? 🎬 In this reel, we demonstrate an IV failure and a fix! IV insertion is a skill that requires precision, practice, and patience. To see tips in action, check the full video on the NYSORA YouTube channel! #nysora #ivinsertion | NYSORA - Continuing Medical Education

–IV Therapy Complications– IV therapy can cause issues with the vein & surrounding skin, as well as introduce infection or air into the body. For these reasons, it’s vital that we focus on prevention of infection or issue, and always having a patent line! –Air Embolism– Air enters the vein through IV tubing– this occurs with larger gaps of air and large bubbles. You may have miniscule bubbles in your tubing. Don’t panic! This can happen. Always prime your tubing entirely and inspect the line pri

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103 reactions · 14 shares | Now We Look At The Modes of The Syringe and The Infusion Pump: The Infusion Pump Allows for Accurate Titration Of Fluids And Parenteral Feeds In The Critical Care Unit! Supporting Patient Stability  and Minimizing Underdose and Overdose Risks! Titrate Fluids And Feeds With Confidence! — Learn To Use Infusion Pumps Effectively and Elevate ICU Care! ❤️ #LifeisWhy #InfusionPump #CriticalCare #ICU #QualityCare! | Quality Care Kenya | Facebook

5 Tips for troubleshooting an IV💉💦 #1: Assess the IV site: look for S&S of phlebitis, infection or infiltration #2: Check for occlusions: assess IV tubing for kinks, bends, clamps, twisted around your patient or their bedding #3: Air in line: pause the infusion & remove the air by priming the line again, preventing air embolism #4: Assess the pump: check the error message, address the specific issue & reset the pump #5: Flush the line: flush the line with normal saline as per your facility’s p