Site Map	Give the First Dose of a Drug by IV Injection

• Introduce yourself and check the patient's identity
• Read the drug dosage instructions on the patient's drug chart
• Check the drug and dose are appropriate (BNF or formulary)
• Discuss procedure with the patient
• Check for a history of drug reactions
• Check on drug ampoule with a nurse / staff member
  • Name
  • Strength
  • Expiry date
• Dilute according to the manufacturers instructions
• Tighten tourniquet on patients arm & identify vein
• Prepare to give injection using appropriate sterile technique
• Insert needle into vein and draw back blood to ensure venous access
• Loosen tourniquet & inject drug
• Withdraw needle and apply pressure to site
• Check patients comfort & absence of immediate side effects
• Dispose of sharps safely
• Write up and sign drug chart

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