How to administer an intravenous infusion using a gravity administration set or a volumetric pump

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Practical guidance for nurses on how to administer an intravenous infusion using a gravity administration set or a volumetric pump.

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

Authors

Christopher Williams

Advanced and consultant development programme manager, Health Education and Improvement Wales, Nantgarw, Wales

Emma Bennett

Advanced critical care practitioner, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Cardiff, Wales.

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