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Adult and peds IO access class |
Class IIa interventions. Intraosseous access is first line to IV access. |
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When cannulating dialysis shunt |
Make sure IV fluids dont run dry When injecting meds do not use syringe smaller than 10mL to prevent catheter damage from excess infusion pressure |
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CVACs |
Central Venous Access Catheters Provide access to central circulation for long-term venous access for hemodynamic monitoring or when peripheral access is limited. |
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PICC |
A form of a non tunneled catheter |
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Care reqs for non tunneled catheters |
Keep occlusive dressing over exit site (preferably translucent) Use aseptic techniques for dressing changes |
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Tunneled catheters |
Silicone central venous catheter Single, double a or triple lumen large bore catheters Constructed of a thick walled silicone Designed for at home long term use (>3 months) |
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SVADs |
Subcutaneous Venous Access Device Aka portacaths Venous access devices that have an injection port wherein the port includes a self closing septum for repeated injections Requires Huber needle, non coring needle |
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Other care requirements for central lines |
Always flush central access catheters regularly and after each use Always wash hands before handling a central access catheter Always use aseptic techniques whenever accessing Monitor for signs of infection |
