LABEL for IV fluid, unit
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LABEL for IV fluid
Definition
Pre-printed adhesive label for the correct identification of infusions and medications added to infusions bag, deigned to reduce medication errors.
Specifications
Technical specifications
- The label must be self-adhesive
- If backing material is used, the label must be easily detachable from both the backing and adjacent labels
- The label material must allow users to write information using a ball-point pen without smudging or blurring
- Background colour: yellow (preferred)
- Size: ± 76 x 50 mm
- Pre-printed text for fluid infusion with additives:
- patient name and identifier
- date
- solution information
- start and end time
- flow rate (ml/hr or drops/min)
- 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 availabilities. Contact your supplier.
The quantity to be ordered should be based on the number of individual labels, not the number of packs or rolls.
Instructions for use
Storage
- Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight - Protect from humidity
- Keep labels in their protective packaging and away from dust until use.
MSF requirements
The purpose of these recommendations is to standardise labelling and facilitate the identification and differentiation of containers (bags, bottles, etc.) used for the peripheral intravenous administration of infusion fluids, with or without added injectable medicines.
These commendations must be followed at all times to reduce the risk of medication errors in MSF projects.