Which of the following descriptions regarding intermittent infusions are correct? Select all that apply.
A) Used when patients need additional fluid or nutrients
B) Immediately followed by a saline or heparin flush
C) Administered continuously
D) Usually used for IV medications administered periodically
E) Are most often administered using microdrip tubing

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Intermittent infusions are typically followed by a saline or heparin flush to maintain catheter patency, and they are used for IV medications that need to be administered periodically rather than continuously.

Which of the Following Descriptions Regarding Intermittent Infusions Are Correct