INTRAVENOUS ADMINISTRATION (PEDIATRICS)

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INTRAVENOUS ADMINISTRATION (FOR PEDIATRICS)

INTRODUCTION :

Administering intravenous (IV) medication to pediatric patients may seem challenging, but employing the right techniques is crucial for effective drug delivery. Initiating an IV in pediatric patients can be particularly challenging due to their smaller veins and potential distress at the sight of a needle.

WHAT IS IV ADMINISTRATION ?

Intravenous administration involves delivering medication directly into a patient's veins.

PURPOSES :

  1. 1 .Facilitates efficient medication delivery to pediatric patients.
  2. 2 .Offers a streamlined and effective method for drug administration.
  3. 3. Provides rapid treatment results for pediatric patients.

Helpful IV Tips for Pediatric Patients:

Nursing Tips for Pediatric IV Starts

  1. Keep the child calm:

  2. Soothe infants with a pacifier before starting an IV. If possible, allow the mother to hold the baby, encouraging bottle or breastfeeding during the procedure.

  3. Insert on non-dominant hand: Prefer hand veins in the non-dominant hand for small children and infants.


  5. Use an immobilizer:

  6. Consider the antecubital (AC) location for older children but use an immobilizer board if necessary to maintain line patency.


  8. Scalp veins:

  9. In neonates, scalp veins or veins in the feet may be preferable and easier to access.


  11. Advance on flashback:

  12. With preemies and small newborns, consider advancing the catheter instead of the needle after the initial blood flashback to prevent blowing a vein.


  14. Treat it like a TB skin test:

  15. Stick almost flush with the skin when dealing with neonates and newborns, as their veins are often close to the skin's surface.

  16. Minimize pain: Use local anesthetic creams or sprays for pain reduction in children.


  18. Communication:

  19. Be honest with children aged 4 and up, explaining the procedure and offering reassurance. Consider using incentives like stickers or toys to encourage cooperation.


  21. Avoid tourniquets:

  22. Apply traction with your hands and enlist co-workers when available to minimize the risk of blowing veins in children.


  24. Dangle that arm:

  25. Have the patient dangle their arm off the side of the bed or let it hang by their side before sticking to increase blood flow, making veins easier to locate.


  27. Know when to stop:

  28. Avoid repeatedly sticking a patient. If unsuccessful after a few attempts, seek assistance from a more experienced colleague.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, we have discussed intravenous administration procedures, purposes, and valuable tips for administering IVs to pediatric patients. This information is valuable for your studies, and if you have any doubts, feel free to ask in the comment section. Best of luck!

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