1. Chapter 23
Intravenous Medication Administration
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2. Percutaneous Administration
Intravenous Therapy
Provide fluid and electrolyte maintenance, restoration, and replacement
Administer medication and nutritional feedings
Administer blood and blood products
Administer chemotherapy to cancer patients
Administer patient-controlled analgesics
Keep a vein open for quick access
3. Intravenous Therapy

Introduced directly into the blood stream

4. Most rapid of all routes 5. Large volumes 6. Less irritation 7. Intermittent or continuous 8. Comfortable 9. Bypasses all barriers