Asked by Julia Lupul on Jul 05, 2024
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Four types of IV administration sets are available: DF10,DF15,DF20,and DF60.
A)Which DF will deliver the largest drops?
B)Which DF will deliver the fewest drops per milliliters?
C)Which DF is used for a microdrip or pediatric IV administration set?
D)Which IV administration set would be used to administer blood?
E)Why?
Microdrip
A type of drip set for an intravenous infusion that delivers a small amount of fluid, typically 60 drops per ml, used for precise fluid delivery.
- Distinguish and recognize the differences between microdrip and macrodrip intravenous tubing.
- Comprehend the principle of the drop factor (DF) and its utilization in determining intravenous flow rates.
- Describe the procedure and considerations for administering blood and blood products.
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Shayan AnsarJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
a.DF10
b.DF10
c.DF60
d.DF10
e.Because blood is viscous and would need wider tubing for a larger drop.
b.DF10
c.DF60
d.DF10
e.Because blood is viscous and would need wider tubing for a larger drop.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish and recognize the differences between microdrip and macrodrip intravenous tubing.
- Comprehend the principle of the drop factor (DF) and its utilization in determining intravenous flow rates.
- Describe the procedure and considerations for administering blood and blood products.