Keywords

PICU, Pediatrics, Standardized concentrations, Intravenous infusions

 

Authors

  1. Roman, Noemi RN, BSN

Abstract

The pediatric intensive care unit at a community hospital successfully implemented the use of standardized concentrations. The process included deciding the standardized concentrations, use of titration charts, and integration of smart pump technology. Since the implementation of standardized concentrations, there has been no signal or sentinel events reported. It is safe and efficacious to use standardized concentrations combined with smart pump technology and abandon the use of the rule of 6 in the pediatric population.