Evidence-Based Practice Guide: IV Push Medications
About the Course
Episode 1: This episode delves into the history and prevalence of unsafe practices in IV push medication administration, highlighting factors such as lack of standardization, limited education, and poor medication labeling. The discussion emphasizes the urgent need for stringent safety protocols and continuous education to mitigate risks. Additionally, it examines the development of evidence-based standards and the challenges faced in implementing these standards within nursing schools and healthcare institutions.
Episode 2: This episode discusses evidence-based standards, best practices, and the role of education, regulatory bodies, and quality improvement in ensuring safe administration of IV push medications. The conversation highlights the importance of creating standards and guidelines based on patient safety and the need for implementation and buy-in from healthcare organizations. It also emphasizes the role of nurses in advocating for safe practices, the challenges they face in implementing and adhering to standards, and the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and trusted resources to ensure safe IV push medication administration.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Identify common risks associated with the administration of IV push medications and the importance of adhering to established guidelines.
- Recall the evidence-based practices for accurate dosing and patient safety in the administration of IV push medications.
- Recognize the dangers of unnecessary medication dilution and describe safe alternative practices.
About the Author/Presenter
Loretta K. Dorn Arebalo, RN, MSN, CRNI, CQM/OE, brings over twenty years of healthcare leadership experience, with a significant focus on the administration and safety of IV medications. She is the original developer of the P2 document for risk management and an educator on evidence-based practice, frequently speaking at nursing conferences about IV medication protocols. Currently, Loretta chairs the patient safety committee at Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) and serves as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Infusion Nursing. Her expertise includes quality management, risk management, and international healthcare standards, with numerous publications and speaking engagements to her credit.
How to Receive Credit
- Listen to the entire recording which requires a 1-hour commitment of time.
- After completion of the course, complete the final examination. A passing grade of 75% is required. Test questions link content to learning outcomes as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
- Note to Nursing professionals: Depending on your state requirements, you will be asked to either affirm that you have completed the course, or you will be required to complete the Post-test included in the course.
- Provide required personal information and payment information.
- Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
- Print your Certificate of Completion.
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