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Write the definition of the acronym SASH for remembering the order of flushing when intravenously administering medications.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What can a nurse do to prevent an IV infiltration?
 
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Mholman93

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

S = saline flush
A = administer medication
S = saline flush
H = heparin flush

Answer to Question 2

 The nurse checks that the IV is not hung higher than 36 inches above the IV site.
 The nurse regularly assesses the IV site.
 The nurse teaches the client to report any discomfort or swelling at the IV site.
 The nurse listens to and takes nursing interventions on the client's concerns.


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