Multiple infusions bring multiple tubing pathways to the bedside. Start by looking at the whole route between the patient and the equipment, including connections and access points. These considerations are for staff education. Follow your facility's policies, tubing and device instructions, and clinical judgment.
Separate lines before they tangle
Keep individual IV tubing pathways visible and accessible. When using an organizer, confirm tubing compatibility and follow its Directions for Use. Do not force, kink, compress, or place tension on tubing.
Manage slack without tension
Assess tubing length and slack for the patient's position and planned movement. Keep tubing clear of the floor and moving equipment according to facility policy. The LINE-SORT® IV line organizer is not a load-bearing device or a substitute for line securement. A tidy arrangement still needs enough slack for the care being provided; appearance alone is not a placement check.
Label for identification
Follow your facility's requirements for label content and placement. The LINE-SORT IV line organizer provides a dedicated writable area beneath each numbered channel. Labels support identification; they do not replace tracing a line from the patient to its source and verifying connections.
Re-check at every transition
After repositioning, transfer, or transport, reassess tubing alignment, organizer placement, and slack. A layout that worked before movement may need adjustment afterward. Include changed tubing routes or access concerns in the handoff, and trace and verify lines and connections according to facility policy.