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Note: If medication is not compatible with primary IV fluids, pinch tubing and flush with
normal saline before and after administering the IV push medication.
• Insert needle into port, and inject medication over specified time interval.
• Flush with normal saline to clear line and maintain patency.
• If required, inject a diluted dose of heparin (100 units/cc) to maintain patency
according to agency policy.