💧 IV FLUID TYPES EXPLAINED 💧 Follow @nursewellversed for visual nursing education 🧠 Understanding IV fluids is crucial for managing patient care effectively. Let’s break down the three main types: ⭐️ Tonicity= A solution’s ability to influence the movement of water through osmosis between the inside and outside of cells ⭐️Osmosis= movement of solvent through a semipermeable membrane from a LOWER solute concentration to HIGHER solute concentration Types of IV Fluids: 1️⃣ Isotonic Fluids: * Mea

💉 IV THERAPY follow @nursewellversed for visual nursing education IV Therapy is a way to give: ✅ Fluids ✅ Medications ✅ Blood ✅ Nutrients ⚠️ IV Therapy Complications: While IV therapy is beneficial, it comes with risks. Here are the most common complications to be aware of: 🔹 Phlebitis: Vein becomes inflamed → Symptoms: Pain, redness, tenderness at the site, and occlusion alarms due to decreased flow. 🔹 Infection: Bacteria enters through the IV site → Symptoms: Redness, fever, chills. Can lea