💉 Intravenous Drug Administration Guide
Intravenous medication administration is giving medication directly into a patient's vein. It can be rapid injection using a syringe, slow administration using syringe pump, or diluted in isotonic solutions using infusion pump. IV medications should NOT be given through an artery — they can be given through a central line or peripheral line.
⚕️ Safe IV Administration: Always verify drug compatibility, infusion rate, and patient allergies. Use aseptic technique.