Dermal Puncture Infant Procedure Flashcards
1
Q
What age is considered infant?
A
Less than 1 year
2
Q
Where is the dermal puncture performed?
A
- The heel
- Recommend areas are medial and lateral areas of the plantar surface of the foot
3
Q
How do you find the medial and lateral areas of the foot?
A
- Draw an imaginary line medially extending from the middle of the big toe to the heel and laterally from the middle of the 4th and 5th toes to the heel.
4
Q
What is max depth of needle for heel punctures for infants?
A
2.0mm
5
Q
What precautions should you take in performing dermal punctures?
A
- Don’t perform on previous puncture sites
- Don’t use the back of the heel or arch of the foot
- Always wipe away the 1st drop
6
Q
How long should you warm the heel?
A
3 to 5 minutes
