What Is the Reason for Mixing Two or More Medications

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Essay

What is the reason for mixing two or more medications in one syringe for an IM injection?

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Definitions:

CLIA-waived

Refers to tests that are simple laboratory examinations and procedures that have an insignificant risk of an erroneous result under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments.

Bilirubin

A yellow substance that is produced during the normal breakdown process of heme in vertebrates and is eliminated through the bile.

Urobilinogen

A byproduct of bilirubin reduction that is present in urine and stool, used as an indicator in diagnosing liver and blood disorders.

Leukocytes

White blood cells that are part of the immune system, protecting the body against infection and disease.