Procedure 1- Changing an IV Solution

Procedure 1- Changing an IV Solution

1. Verify doctor’s order prescription in doctor’s order sheet; countercheck IV label, IV card, infusate sequence, type, amount, additives (if any), duration of infusion.
2. Observe ten (10) Rs.
3. Explain procedure to reassure the patient and significant others and assess IV site for redness, swelling, pain and etc.
4. Change Iv tubings and cannula if 48-72 hours has lapsed ofter IV insertion.
5. Wash hands before and after the procedure.
6. Prepare necesarry materials; place on an IV tray.
7. Checks sterility and integrity of IV solution.
8. Place Iv label on the IV bottle.
9. Calibrate new IV bottle according to duration of infusion as per prescription.
10. Open and disinfect rubber port of IV solution of infusion as per prescription.
11. Close the roller clamp and spike the container aseptically.
12. Regulate the flow rate based on the prescribed rate of infusion. Expel air bubbles (if any)
13. Reiterates assurance to patient and significant others.
14. Discard all waste materials according to Health Care Waste Management (DOH/DENR).
15. Documents and endorse accordingly.