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DK
Jun 24, 2007 - 7:39PM
64.12.117.5
IV's

Hello,

I'm currently working as a CMA for a radaition oncologist in Texas. I have searched every where to find out if I can start, push and admininster medicine via IV. Does anyone know where I can find this?

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DK
CMA in DFW area

Your Professional Title/Credentials: CMA

Are You Still In School? NO

Are You Working? YES

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Jun 24th, 2007 - 7:39 PM
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mickey
Jun 25, 2007 - 10:29AM
71.232.150.202
Re: IV's

I don't know about Texas, but according to Massachusetts law, with training, MAs can start IVs. We had some debate at work for a while about this issue. I contacted a lawyer who sent me a copy of the state can and cannot list. Unfortunately, the insurance for my work won't cover an unlicensed worker for any IV therapy. We have 4 LPNs at my work who start the IVs and do IV med pushes. However, only 2 of the nurses know what they are doing and the other 2 are useless! It is frustrating to watch the 2 incompetents hurt my patients while I have to stand by knowing full well that I can do it!

Your Professional Title/Credentials: CMA

Are You Still In School? no

Are You Working? yes

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Jun 25th, 2007 - 10:29 AM
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