Give examples of situations in which you would use large volume IVs and ones in which you would use small volume IVs and explain why

What will be an ideal response?


Antibiotics are typically given as small-volume IVs because they are of a small volume and need to act quickly. Electrolytes and minerals are typically administered by large volume IV, as they must be infused over a longer time period and in larger volume.

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a. Diagnostica Stago b. MDA 180 c. Trinity Biotech AMAX Destiny Plus d. BBL Fibrometer

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The best way to determine the appropriate level of lighting for the patient reception area is to 

A. monitor the number of patient accidents each month. B. ask the patients what type of lighting they prefer. C. consult an electrician or a lighting showroom salesperson. D. survey the office personnel.

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