armyflipchic

armyflipchic has 11 years experience and specializes in SICU, CVICU, MICCU, TRAUMA.

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1. Insulin gtt & tubing

   armyflipchic replied to Furoffire's topic in General Nursing

   New research (2007 data) says that 20cc is sufficient. But it has to be done every time you spike the infusion or change tubing. Does anyone have info on low sorb tubing and insulin drips?

2. Insulin gtt & tubing

   armyflipchic replied to Furoffire's topic in General Nursing

   I am also curious about using lo sorb tubing for insulin. I haven't found any studies done on its use. Do you prime low sorb tubing as well for insulin drips? We are trying to change our practice on use of insulin infusions and I need to track effect...