IV Route of Administration Problems

Learn about potential problems associated with the IV route of administration, including difficulties in accessing small veins in pediatric patients and the risk of fluid overload. Explore solutions to these issues.

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What is a potential problem associated with the IV route of administration in pediatric patients?

Difficulty accessing small veins

How can the problem of fluid overload be avoided in infants and children during IV administration?

Using a pediatric administration set and controlling the flow rate

What issue arises when reconstituting powder injections according to the manufacturers' directions?

Final volume may be greater than expected

What can displacement volume lead to in pediatric patients receiving IV medications?

<p>Underdosing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue associated with the excipients in parenteral formulations?

<p>Adverse effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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