Dilution of IV Push Medications: Challenging Tradition
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Michelle Kamel, BSN, RN, CMSRN - Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Denver, CO, USA
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- Alpha Kappa at-Large
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- Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Denver, Colorado, USA
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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.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-10-25T18:25:27Z
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Evidence-based Practice; Medication Administration; Safety |
Conference Information
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
| Date | 2019 |
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