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What dissolves a Lipid precipitate/fat emulsions clogged cvl? - 70% ethanol
(Ethyl alcohol)
Transillumination - Transmission of light through tissues of the body. Used for peripheral iv
and blood draws
How many vertebrae are between the Carina and the CAJ? - 2
Central vascular access devices with the lowest CRBSI is? - Implanted port
Ultrasound technology is used for - Locating the vein, determine vein depth, diameter and
compressibility
This vein is difficult to visualize with US-guided CVAD placement - Subclavian vein
Which lumen on a cvl is recommended for lab draws? - Distal lumen
Patient with a eGFR of less than 60 or chronic kidney disease stage 3 or higher - Consult
Nephrologist
Congenital heart disease patients are at increased risk of - Occluded vessels
For measurement of piccs placed in the arm - Measure the planned insertion site to the
right clavicular head, then down to the third intercostal space
In younger patients consider creative strategies for securing the catheter this will - Reduce
risk of accidental dislodgement, catheter migration or breakage
Tunica media - Composed of muscle and elastic tissue
Catheter removal when pt is on vent - Place pt flat or slight trendelenburg position, cath
should be removed at maximum inspiration, and quickly.
If pt awake for cath removal should have them - Execute valsalva maneuver
After cath removed - Place sterile 4x4 gauze pad over site while applying pressure to stop
bleeding and prevent air from entering the tract.
Apply antiseptic ointment at the site and cover with a sterile occlusive dressing for at least 24
hrs
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