IV Admixture Incompatibilities Quiz
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What is incompatibility in the context of IV admixtures?

  • A desirable reaction between the drug and IV fluids, container, or another drug resulting in optimal solutions for the patient
  • A reaction that occurs when a single drug is administered through a single IV line
  • An undesirable reaction between the drug and IV fluids, container, or another drug resulting in suboptimal solutions for the patient (correct)
  • A reaction that occurs when two or more drugs are administered through a single IV line
  • What can cause incompatibility in IV admixtures?

  • Concentration of additives
  • Use of appropriate IV solutions as diluents
  • Time of contact of ingredients
  • pH change upon mixing with IV fluids (correct)
  • Which factor can lead to drugs precipitating upon dilution?

  • Concentration of additives
  • pH change
  • Dilution (correct)
  • Time of contact of ingredients
  • What can increase the risk of degradation in IV admixtures?

    <p>Concentration of additives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which IV solution is ampicillin sodium incompatible with?

    <p>Dextrose containing fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Incompatibility in IV Admixtures

    • Incompatibility in IV admixtures refers to the physical or chemical changes that occur when two or more substances are mixed together, resulting in an undesirable outcome.

    Causes of Incompatibility

    • pH differences between the drug and the IV solution
    • Concentration of the drug or IV solution
    • Temperature changes
    • Presence of light or oxygen
    • Chemical reactions between the drug and the IV solution

    Factors Leading to Precipitation

    • High concentration of the drug upon dilution
    • pH changes that cause the drug to become less soluble

    Risks of Degradation

    • Increased temperature
    • Exposure to light or oxygen
    • Presence of moisture or contaminants

    Incompatibility of Ampicillin Sodium

    • Ampicillin sodium is incompatible with sodium bicarbonate IV solution

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    Test your knowledge of IV admixture incompatibilities with this quiz. Explore the definition, causes, types, examples, consequences for patients, and ways to prevent or minimize incompatibilities. See how well you understand the concept and its implications for patient care.

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