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25 Cards in this Set
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A tube or sheath used for infusing fluids
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Cannula
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a device that functions to prevent retrograde solution flow; also called backcheck valve
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Check valve
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visible as well as microscopic, particles of rubber bung displaced by the spike during piercing of the glass container or needle during access of implanted vascular access device.
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Coring
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area of IV tubing usually found under the spike where the solution drips and collects before running through the iv tubing
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drip chamber
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the number of drops needed to deliver 1ml of fluid
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drop factor
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a special porous device used to prevent the passage of undesired substances
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filter
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size of cannula opening
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gauge
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female connection point of an iv cannula where the tubing or other equipment attaches
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hub
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a catheter surgically placed into a vessel or body cavity and attached to a reservoir: the reservoir is placed under the skin
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implanted port
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iv solution
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infusate
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the space w/i an artery, vein, or catheter
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lumen
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drop factor of 10 to 20 drops equivalent to 1 ml based on manufacturers specs.
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macrodrip
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microscopic collection of particles, such as platelets, leukocytes, and fibrin that can exist in stored blood.
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microaggregate
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drop factor of 60 drops/ mL
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microdrip
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long (20-24 inches) iv access device made of a soft flexible material inserted into one of the superficial veins of the peripheral vascular system and advanced to proximal axillary or subclavian veins
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midclavicular catheter
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peripherally inserted catheter w/ the tip terminating in the proximal portion of the extremity, usually 6 inches in length.
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midline
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a drug administration system that allows the pt to self-admin. and regulate delivery of med for pain control
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patient-controlled analgesia
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long (20 to 24 inch) iv access device made of a soft flexible material inserted into one of the superficial veins of the peripheral vascular system and advanced to the superior vena cava.
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Peripherally inserted central catheter PICC
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point of entry
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port
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according to circumstances. used to describe devices used for intermittent infusions.
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PRN
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pounds per sqaure inch, a measurement of pressure, 1 psi=50 mmHg or 68 cm H2O
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psi
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material used in iv catheter that can be indentified by radiographic exam
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radiopaque
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stopper of glass container composed of numerous substances including rubber, chemical, particles, and cellulose fibers
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rubber bung
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needle or guide that is found inside a catheter used for vein penetration
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stylet
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a catheter designed to have a portion lie w/i a SQ passage before exiting the body.
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tunneled catheter
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