Difference between revisions of "Piggyback~"
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| + | : Small volume parenteral solution for intermittent infusion. A piggyback is comprised of any number of additives, including zero, and one solution; the mixture is made in a small bag. The piggyback is given on a schedule (e.g., Q6H). Once the medication flows in, the piggyback is removed; another is not hung until the administration schedule calls for it. | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:21, 17 April 2006
- Piggyback
- Small volume parental solution for intermittent infusion. A piggyback is composed of any number of additives, including zero, and one solution; the mixture is made in a small bag. The piggyback is given on a schedule (example: Q6H). Once the medication flows in, the piggyback is removed; another is not hung until the administration schedule calls for it.
Source: Pharmacy Benefits Management V. 4.0 User Manual
| This is a Glossary term from the VistA Documentation Library |
- Piggyback
- Small volume parenteral solution for intermittent infusion. A piggyback is comprised of any number of additives, including zero, and one solution; the mixture is made in a small bag. The piggyback is given on a schedule (e.g., Q6H). Once the medication flows in, the piggyback is removed; another is not hung until the administration schedule calls for it.
Source: Inpatient Medications V. 5.0 Nurse’s User Manual
| This is a Glossary term from the VistA Documentation Library |
