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If given in a concentration over 40mEq/l per peripheral line, or over 20mEq/100ml by central line, KCl can be sufficiently injurious as to cause phlebitis or even necrosis, especially if the solution infiltrates outside the vessel.
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Why noradrenaline need to be given via central line?
Extravasation can cause tissue necrosis.
What happen when you give intramuscular injection in the wrong place?
A medication meant for intramuscular injection can destroy tissues if given subcutaneously. It can cause abscess, tissue breakdown, infection, and even necrosis.
Why some intravenous medications need to dilute before administering?
Primarily because they may cause phlebitis or tissue necrosis if given undiluted. This may be because of the acidity/alkalinity of the product, or the high osmolarity of the solution. One common example is an anti-nausea medication called Phenergan, which often causes pain if given undiluted and has even caused loss of fingers due to necrosis and tissue destruction.
What does lithium's mean?
Lithium is the 3rd element in the Periodic Table. It is an alkali metal (like Sodium and Potassium). It was first given the name "lithos", which in Greek means "stone", as it was discovered in a mineral; as opposed to sodium and potassium, which were discovered in plant tissue. Its name was later standardized as "lithium".
How can a pathogen cause disease?
Typically they grow in a given tissue or organ, "eating" it or otherwise damaging it. The tissue or organ can't do its job right, making you sick.
What is' mist potassium chloride' i was asked to consume 15ml two times daily for two days. why?
It is given to replenish potassium level in the blood for normal body functioning. The cause can be any diseases or conditions which causes loss of potassium from the body.
What element is K?
The letter K is given to potassium.
What is the most widely used antiemetic given as an IV push Tigan or Vistaril?
Neither should be given iv push, only indicated for im injection. IV will infiltrate and cause tissue damage.
Should oral forms of potassium be given on an empty stomach?
no
What drug is never given iv push?
potassium chloride
When potassium carbonate is heat what gas is given off?
Oxygen
What happens when potassium hydroxide is kept near a potted plant?
Potassium hydroxide absorbs carbon dioxide given out by plant
