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IV push: a term used when giving a medication rapidly (less than 30 seconds). Except in emergent situations very few medications are given this way. (adeniosine & atropine are examples)
IV Bolus: a term referring to giving a medication over 1-5 minutes. When referring to IV fluid it usually means wide open or within a given time frame ( 1 Liter Normal Saline IV bolus over 1 hour ).
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Why administer iv drugs in emergency situation?
To get vital fluids to said organ or body part.
Where is the bolus located?
a bolus is a mass of substance, such as a mothfull of food. the food passaing down your esophagus is a "bolus". also medication and other medical procedures are given by bolus, as in iv meds and tube feedings.
What is the Difference between bolus injection and bolus infusion?
A bolus injection is a single, rapid administration of a medication or fluid directly into the bloodstream. On the other hand, a bolus infusion involves administering a larger volume of medication or fluid over a short period, usually within minutes, to achieve a desired therapeutic effect. In summary, bolus injection is quick and immediate, while bolus infusion is more gradual but still delivered rapidly.
Where would you find a bolus?
In am IV like heparin it is like a booster of the medicine.
Can a rapid iv bolus of diprovan compromise a patient with a brain injury?
yes
What is the definition of fluid bolus?
A fluid bolus is the rapid administration of IV fluid (ex. normal saline or lactated ringers) given to increase intravascular volume.
Is a bolus dose and stat does the same?
A bolus dose and stat dose are NOT necessarily the same thing. A bolus dose is typically pre-packaged nowadays and is a pre-measured liquid dose intended to give at one time via IV. Different drugs that are used as bolus doses have different administration rates as well; for example, one type of drug may be fine to push completely but other drugs must be delivered in part, with time separating each push of the syringe. A stat dose can be delivered orally, rectally, IM, SubQ, or by IV. Technically, you could receive a physician's order to give a "Stat dose of aspirin". Stat does not necessarily mean an emergency or life-threatening situation, though most stat orders come during emergency or critical care situations. Stat simply means "do this now; immediately." You could see orders for: stat bloodwork stat urinalysis stat EKG stat administration of an injectable stat administration of an IV bolus stat administration of a piggy-back IV etc.
Is a bolus the same as hydration?
No, a bolus is a single dose of medication or fluid given rapidly, usually through an IV. Hydration is the process of increasing fluid intake or administering fluids to maintain or improve hydration status in the body. Hydration can be achieved through various methods, including oral intake, IV fluids, or other routes of administration.
What is the recommended iv fluid bolus dose for a patient who achieves ROSC but is hypotensive during the post cardiac arrest period?
250 ml
Can epinephrine be given IV push?
Epinephrine CANNOT be given IV push--unless you want to put your patient into severe tachycardia and risk of cardiac arrest! That's why Epi pens are injected into the thigh. Hospital use can use alternate delivery methods, but not IV push.
What is bolus in an infusion pump?
An IV bolus is usually just normal saline (or water) that is given to patients who are dehydrated from nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It can be given if your heart rate is too high (tachycardia), fever, or if you have swelling in which you are storing more fluid in your 3rd spacing (or skin) than in your vasculature (veins and arteries). Wes RN
Can an LVN administer D-50 by IV push in Texas?
Yes, as long as you have IV certification an LVN can push D-50! Even in other states, during a code you are able to push emergency meds!
