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Intravenous Piggyback Medication Administration #1025 Release Date: 12/8/2012 Updated: 11/11/2014; Expires 11/11/2016PREMIER EDUCATION PROVIDERIntravenous Piggyback Medication Administration Course

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How to fill out intravenous piggyback medication administration:

1. Gather the necessary supplies such as the medication, intravenous tubing, and a piggyback adaptor.
2. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before starting the process.
3. Check the medication label for accuracy, ensuring it is the correct medication, dosage, and expiration date.
4. Attach the piggyback adaptor to the primary intravenous line, making sure it is securely connected.
5. Remove the protective covering from the medication port on the piggyback adaptor.
6. Use aseptic technique to draw up the prescribed amount of medication into a syringe.
7. Attach the syringe to the medication port on the piggyback adaptor, ensuring a tight connection.
8. Open the clamp on the tubing of the primary intravenous line, allowing the medication to flow into the system.
9. Monitor the administration of the medication closely, ensuring there are no signs of complications or adverse reactions.
10. After the medication has finished infusing, close the clamp on the tubing to stop the flow.
11. Dispose of any used equipment properly and document the administration in the patient's medical chart.

Who needs intravenous piggyback medication administration:

1. Patients who require intermittent medication administration along with a continuous intravenous infusion may need intravenous piggyback medication administration.
2. It is commonly used in hospitals for patients receiving antibiotics, pain medications, or other medications that are not compatible with the primary intravenous solution.
3. Individuals who are unable to take medications orally or require a faster onset of action may also benefit from this method of administration.

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What is intravenous piggyback medication administration?

Intravenous piggyback medication administration is a method of delivering medication through an IV line that is connected to a main IV line.

Who is required to file intravenous piggyback medication administration?

Healthcare professionals such as nurses or doctors who administer medication intravenously are required to file intravenous piggyback medication administration.

How to fill out intravenous piggyback medication administration?

To fill out intravenous piggyback medication administration, healthcare professionals need to document details such as the medication administered, dosage, time, and patient information.

What is the purpose of intravenous piggyback medication administration?

The purpose of intravenous piggyback medication administration is to deliver medication efficiently and accurately to patients through the IV line.

What information must be reported on intravenous piggyback medication administration?

Information such as the name of the medication, dosage, time of administration, patient's name, and healthcare professional's signature must be reported on intravenous piggyback medication administration.