Heyyy, I'm in NJ and I have a friend (another RN) who took her PALS course this week- they learned all about the benefits of IO. I am fascinated, it sounds like such a revolutionary way to get stat access during a code/ for those in shock/ dehydrated.
She also told me they watched a video in which 3 RNs volunteered to have an IO infusion started on them without pain medication. They ranked the pain 2-3 out of ten! Amazing.
So my question is--are any of your workplaces making this common practice yet? I can't wait for this to be a standard of care in emergency situations, the benefits seem very great. Also, what have you heard about it? Would you like to see this become more frequently used?
