Learn how to spike an IV bag and how to prime IV tubing. IV therapy is a standard part of patient care, and as a nurse you will be spiking and priming thousands of IV bags over your career.

Oct 26, 2022 · It is the position of ASA that commercially available intravenous (IV) fluid bags may be safely connected to tubing and prepared (“spiked”), and then used within 24 hours without …

In this video, Nurse Sarah gives you tips on how to spike an IV bag and then prime the tubing line to remove air when starting an IV and setting up supplies.

Dec 3, 2025 · Guide to safe IV preparation. Learn proper spiking mechanics and essential aseptic technique to ensure patient safety.

IV bags are single use only and should be spiked one time. Multiple attempts can increase the risk of contamination and air embolism as well as loosen the seal between the spike and port tube.

Oct 15, 2024 · To protect the safety of the patient, infusion clinics and other healthcare facilities should always spike IV bags in an ISO Class 5 clean room environment. Following best …

Learn how to properly spike an IV bag with this free online course. Step-by-step guidance, safety techniques, and best practices for healthcare students and professionals.

Primary and secondary IV tubing and add-on devices (extension tubing) must be primed with IV solution to remove air from the tubing. Priming refers to placing IV fluid in IV tubing to remove …

In this video, we’re going to show you how to spike and prime IV bags and tubing. You will do this both for primary infusions AND secondary infusions or piggybacks.

IV bags are single use only and should be spiked one time. Multiple attempts can increase the risk of contamination and air embolism as well as loosen the seal between the spike and port tube.