Central Venous Access Devices (AI Generated Questions, Unsure Of Quality)

Question 1

What is the purpose of a central venous line catheter?

Answer 1

To administer medications, fluids, blood products, or nutrients directly into the bloodstream.

Question 2

True or False: Central venous line catheters are typically inserted into a large vein in the neck, chest, or groin.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What are the three main types of central venous line catheters?

Answer 3

Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC), Tunneled Central Venous Catheter, and Implanted Port.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Central venous line catheters are used for patients who require _______ or ________-term intravenous therapy.

Answer 4

long, short

Question 5

What is an advantage of using a central venous line catheter over a peripheral IV?

Answer 5

Ability to deliver medications and fluids that may be irritating to smaller veins.

Question 6

What is a potential complication of central venous line catheter insertion?

Answer 6

Infection, thrombosis, or pneumothorax.

Question 7

True or False: Central venous line catheters are typically sutured in place to prevent movement.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is the most common indication for central venous line catheter use in critically ill patients?

Answer 8

Hemodynamic monitoring.

Question 9

What is the purpose of the guidewire during central venous line catheter insertion?

Answer 9

To guide the catheter into the vein.

Question 10

What is the recommended frequency for changing the dressing around a central venous line catheter?

Answer 10

Every 7 days or sooner if it becomes damp, loosened, or soiled.

Question 11

True or False: Central venous line catheters are typically removed by pulling on the catheter.

Answer 11

False

Question 12

What is the main advantage of using a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)?

Answer 12

Lower risk of infection compared to other central venous line catheters.

Question 13

What is a potential complication of using a tunneled central venous catheter?

Answer 13

Catheter-related bloodstream infection.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: An implanted port is placed under the skin and connected to a _________ that is inserted into a central vein.

Answer 14

catheter

Question 15

What is the advantage of using an implanted port for long-term intravenous therapy?

Answer 15

Reduced risk of infection and improved cosmetic appearance.

Question 16

True or False: Central venous line catheters can be used for blood draws in addition to medication administration.

Answer 16

True

Question 17

What is the recommended method for flushing a central venous line catheter to prevent occlusion?

Answer 17

Using a syringe filled with normal saline or heparin.

Question 18

What is the purpose of the clamp on a central venous line catheter?

Answer 18

To prevent blood from leaking out of the catheter when not in use.

Question 19

True or False: Central venous line catheters are typically inserted by a nurse without the need for a physician.

Answer 19

False

Question 20

What is the primary goal when caring for a patient with a central venous line catheter?

Answer 20

Preventing infection and maintaining catheter patency.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: Central venous line catheters are often used in patients who require frequent _______ or ________ access.

Answer 21

blood, medication

Question 22

What is the recommended technique for securing a central venous line catheter to the skin?

Answer 22

Using a sterile dressing and securement device.

Question 23

What is the appropriate angle for inserting a central venous line catheter into the vein?

Answer 23

About 15-30 degrees.

Question 24

True or False: Central venous line catheters are typically indicated for patients with stable hemodynamics.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

What is the maximum recommended dwell time for a tunneled central venous catheter before replacement?

Answer 25

Every 3-6 months.

Question 26

What is the main disadvantage of using a tunneled central venous catheter compared to a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)?

Answer 26

Higher risk of infection due to the longer dwell time.

Question 27

True or False: Central venous line catheters can be used for administering total parenteral nutrition (TPN).

Answer 27

True

Question 28

What is the primary advantage of using a central venous line catheter for administering chemotherapy?

Answer 28

Minimizing the risk of extravasation injury.

Question 29

What is the recommended procedure for verifying central venous line catheter placement?

Answer 29

Confirming by chest X-ray or ultrasound.

Question 30

You are inserting a CVAD into the patient. Where should the CVAD stop at?

Answer 30

The Superior Vena Cava or the Inferior Vena Cava (depending on the route that is taken)

Question 31

The Proximal Lumen is used for -

Answer 31

Meds + Blood

Question 32

The Distal Lumen is used for -

Answer 32

Blood / Viscous Fluids

Question 33

The Medial Lumen is used for-

Answer 33

Parenteral Nutrition