LABEL for IV fluid, unit

STD SDDCLABCINF1

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LABEL for IV fluid

Definition

Pre-printed label for correct identification of infusions and medications added in the infusion bag, in order to reduce medication errors.

Specifications

Technical specifications

  • The label must be self-adhesive
  • If there is backing material, the label must be easily detachable from it and from adjacent labels
  • The material of the label must allow the user to write information on it with a ball-point pen, without smudging or blurring
  • Background colour: yellow (preferred)
  • Size: ± 76 x 50 mm
  • Pre printed text for fluid infusion with additive:
    • patient and identifier
    • date
    • solution information
    • start and end time
    • flow rate (ml/hr or drops/minute)
    • medicine added and strength
    • diluent used
    • prepared by (signature)

Packaging & Labelling

Unit presentation: unit = 1 label

Pack of 1000 labels or roll of 500 labels depending on supply availibilities. Contact your supplier.

The quantity to be ordered should be by number of labels (and not by number of packs or rolls).

Instructions for use

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Storage

  • Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight - Protect from humidity
  • Keep the labels in their protective packaging, away from dust, until their use.

MSF requirements

The purpose of these recommendations is to standardise labelling and to facilitate the identification and differentiation of containers (bags, bottles, etc.) for the peripheral intravenous administration of infusion fluids, with or without injectable medicines.

To be used at all times to reduce the risk of medication errors in MSF projects.

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