What is drugs?

Intravenous access must be established. Although administration of drugs through a central vein is ideal in a low cardiac output situation, it is rarely possible to insert one in an emergency with CPR going on. Hence, unless a central venous catheter is already in place, all drugs can be given through a peripheral intravenous line as this is most practicable. All intravenous drugs given through a peripheral IV should be flushed with 20 mls of normal saline to ensure delivery into the central circulation.