IV Therapy

USES FLOW RATE LENGTH SIZE COLOR

14G 16G 18G 20G 22G 24G

(mm)

45 45 32 32 25 19
(ml/min)

240 180 90 60 36 20

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Important Points: Check facility protocols. In general blood should not be given in a
catheter <20G. Keep in mind the a smaller gauge # means a larger
IV catheter. Most adult patients will need an 18G or 20G. Always
consider what uids the patient will be receiving before determining
size.
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