Includes bibliographical references (p. [679]-687) and index.

Contents: Introduction to intravenous infusion therapy -- Fluid and electrolyte fundamentals related to intravenous infusion therapy -- Legal implications of intravenous infusion therapy -- Infection control and safety measures related to intravenous infusion therapy -- Risks, complications and adverse reactions associated with intravenous infusion therapy -- Intravenous infusion preparations -- Patient preparation and site selection for peripheral intravenous infusion therapy -- Equipment and supplies employed in the preparation and administration of intravenous infusion therapy -- The delivery, care, maintenance and discontinuation of intravenous infusion therapy -- Mathematical calculations for the administration, regulation and maintenance of intravenous infusion therapy -- Pharmacologic principles related to the preparation and administration of intravenous medications -- Central and peripherally placed vascular access devices and advanced medication delivery systems -- Intravenous nutritional support -- Blood and blood product administration -- Intravenous infusion therapy for the pediatric patient -- Intravenous therapy for the elderly patient: special considerations --