Abstract

Home Infusion Basics for the Non-Infusion Pharmacist

Author(s): Miron Karen E

Issue: Mar/Apr 2011 - Volume 15, Number 2

Page(s): 94-100

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Abstract

When a patient comes into a pharmacy for counseling with an intravenous line in place, it can be intimidating to a pharmacist who hasn’t had any specific training in infusion to answer questions. The purpose of this article is to expand a pharmacist’s knowledge in basic home infusion.

Related Keywords

  • home infusion
  • patient education
  • vascular access devices
  • intravenous infusion
  • central venous catheter
  • central line
  • subcutaneous infusion
  • peripherally inserted central catheter
  • PICC line
  • port
  • flushing
  • heparin
  • pumping devices
  • continuous flow

Related Categories

  • EXCIPIENTS
  • INFUSION
  • PARENTERALS
  • TECHNOLOGY
  • PATIENT EDUCATION
  • PROFESSIONAL ISSUES

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