IO Flashcards

1
Q

Common site in children

A

Proximal Tibia - just below the growth plate

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2
Q

Other IO sites

A

Distal tibia - just above the medial malleolus
Distal Femur
Anterior-Superior Illiac spine

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3
Q

Drill IO also approved for

A

Humerus - in older children, adolescents, adults

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4
Q

Site contraindications

A
  1. Crush/Fracture
  2. Fragile bone conditions
  3. Previous attempts in same bone (osteogenesis imperfecta)
  4. Infection present overlying tissue
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5
Q

How long are IO needles intended for

A

short term - 24 hrs

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