Safe delivery of IV fluids via peripheral cannula with appropriate rate and monitoring.
Indications
- • Dehydration
- • Resuscitation
- • NPO patient
- • Drug administration
Contraindications
- ⚠ Fluid overload (relative)
- ⚠ CHF (relative)
Equipment
- • IV cannula in situ
- • Prescribed fluid bag
- • Giving set
- • Drip stand
- • Label
Positioning
- • As appropriate for the procedure and patient comfort.
Consent
- • Explain indication, benefits, alternatives
- • Explain risks & complications
- • Obtain written/verbal consent as per SOP
- • Document consent
Universal precautions
- • Hand hygiene
- • PPE — gloves, mask, eye protection
- • Aseptic technique
- • Sharps safety
- • Verify patient identity & site
Step-by-step (0/5)
Tap to complete
Right patient/fluid/rate/route.
Immediate complications
- ⚠ Extravasation
- ⚠ Air embolism
Delayed complications
- • Fluid overload
- • Phlebitis
- • Electrolyte imbalance
Recognition
- • Swelling at site
- • Crackles
- • Dyspnea
Initial management
- • Stop infusion
- • Assess ABC
- • Diuretics if overload
Prevention
- • Correct rate
- • Regular site checks
Post-procedure observation
- • Vitals q15min × 1h then hourly
Monitoring
- • Site inspection
- • Symptom review
Documentation
- • Procedure note
- • Consent
- • Findings
Patient instructions
- • Report pain, bleeding, fever, worsening symptoms
Educational bedside guide. Perform only under supervision until competent. Follow local SOPs and consent policy.
