IV

Prove it: IV access increases out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival better than IO access

A recent study shows an increased survival rate for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients who are administered medication through IV access rather than IO access

IV manufacturer addresses solution shortages

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Baxter said their manufacturing sites that were impacted by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico are now all connected to power grids

Wash. hospitals experiencing IV bag shortage after hurricanes

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Also in short supply is saline, or sodium chloride, the solution most frequently given to help rehydrate patients

Officials: Nationwide shortage of IV fluids caused by quality issues

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The American Hospital Association said the problem was worsened as a result of Hurricane Maria's impact on manufacturing plants in Puerto Rico

Mass. approves IV Tylenol during hospital transport

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The decision, which came down Friday, allows paramedics across the state to administer acetaminophen, Motrin and an IV option of Toradol

Paramedics replace fentanyl with ice, IV Tylenol to prevent addiction

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Fire Chief Kevin Gallagher and Dr. Matthew Bivens are working to close off one avenue that can lead to opioid addiction

EMS1's 10 year anniversary: Top 10 most viewed columns

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From exam tips to career advice, our top columns of the past 10 years covered all the bases

IV infiltration leads to $700K negligence award

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Conn. judge and jury find that Good Samaritan immunity protects paramedics, not employers

'Hangover IV' marketed as dehydration cure

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Partygoers and professionals alike are embracing IVs for rehydration therapy

EMS helicopters to carry blood for emergency transfusions

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STARS in Manitoba helicopters will fly with two units of O-negative blood for patient use on scene or during transport to a trauma center

Medic at botched execution had trouble starting IV

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A report by state investigators concluded the “viability of the IV access point” led to difficulty in administering a new lethal drug combination; the inmate died from a heart attack

Former Pa. medic writes book on IV technique

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The retired nurse and former paramedic who earned a reputation for his IV skills hopes to pass his three decades of knowledge onto others with his new book, "The Art of the IV Start"