time tape

plural time tapes

1. countableuncountablenursingA tape placed on an IV bag, on which the nurse periodically marks the level and time, used to track the speed at which the solution is infusing.

   Write the start time at the top of the time tape after the infusion has started.

   2023, Tracy Horntvedt, Dimensional Analysis: Calculating Dosages Safely, page 65

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   For easy monitoring, use a time tape, which marks the prescribed solution level at hourly intervals.

   2002, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, I.V. Therapy Made Incredibly Easy!, page 28

   When hanging a new bag, apply a time tape to the IV solution container next to the volume markings.

   2013, Leslie S Treas, Judith M Wilkinson, Basic Nursing: Concepts, Skills, & Reasoning, page 1425

present singular third person time tapes · participle present time taping · participle past time taped · past time taped

1. alternativeAlternative form of time-tape.

   IV is time taped and within 15 cc of on time (except with titrated drips) .

   1980, Amy Morrison Karch, Concurrent Nursing Audit, page 124

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   Even when a pump is used, it is recommended that the volume control set be time taped to double check correctness of pump function.

   1991, Donna Phillips Smith, Comprehensive Child and Family Nursing Skills, page 625

   Time taping IV bag gives nurse visual cue as to whether fluids are being administered over correct period of time.

   2011, Geraldine Rebeiro, Damian Wilson, Leanne Jack, Fundamentals of Nursing: Clinical Skills Workbook, page 165