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Intravenous drug therapy in premature infants: practical aspects
1Eastern Oklahoma Perinatal Center, Saint Francis Hospital, Tulsa 74136.
Most decisions regarding the methods used for intravenous drug delivery are made by nurses. For this reason, neonatal nurses must recognize the unique problems associated with drug delivery to the low birth weight infant. A review of the associated problems is presented along with suggested solutions to aid the nurse in choosing a therapeutic method for intravenous drug administration.
Most decisions regarding the methods used for intravenous drug delivery are made by nurses. For this reason, neonatal nurses must recognize the unique problems associated with drug delivery to the low birth weight infant. A review of the associated problems is presented along with suggested solutions to aid the nurse in choosing a therapeutic method for intravenous drug administration.