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Should i be on my left or right side to avoid an air embolism from an iv?
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Should not need that precaution during routine normal I.V.
Answered 5/20/2022
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Air embolisms are NOT associated with standard intravenous lines, or IV fluid administration. Such an event would be EXTRAORDINARY!
Answered 6/6/2022
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