If administering vinca alkaloids as an IVPB, does pharmacy dispense with primary or secondary tubing?
On a related note, if using secondary tubing, what is the nursing procedure in case of an infusion reaction?
Thank you,
Daniel
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If administering vinca alkaloids as an IVPB, does pharmacy dispense with primary or secondary tubing?
On a related note, if using secondary tubing, what is the nursing procedure in case of an infusion reaction?
Thank you,
Daniel