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http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing/loanrepay.htm Here is a website with information on loan forgiveness. If you work for a disproportionate facility you can apply for this. you have to give a two year commitment to the facility. I know Denver Health is one facility.

Anyone have tips on starting an IV on an IV drug abuser?

Thanks for the responses, but I am wondering why you flush with 10ccs of ns first.

I can't find a policy on central line lab draws at my facility, but nurses have told me you need to first flush with 10 ccs of ns and then waste 10 ccs. Just wondering if anyone knows the rationale behind this. Thanks:)