lewis ch 16 CVAD Flashcards
1
Q
3 main types CVADs
A
centrally inserted catheters
peripherally inserted catheters
implanted ports
2
Q
(3) advantages CVADs
A
- immediate access
- reduced venipunctures
- decreased risk of extravasation
3
Q
(2) disadvantages CVADs
A
- increased risk systemic infection
- invasive procedure
4
Q
what is a dacron cuff used for
A
used in centrally inserted catheter to reduce incidence of infection and stabilize catheter
5
Q
how long can PICC lines be used
A
1 week to 6 months (or longer)
6
Q
(3) advantages PICC lines
A
- lower infection rate than CICs
- fewer insertion-related complications
- decreased cost
7
Q
(2) disadvantages PICC lines
A
- catheter occlusion
- phlebitis
8
Q
(3) advantages implanted infusion port
A
- good for long term therapy
- low risk of infection
- cosmetic discretion
9
Q
(3) disadvantages/complications implanted infusion port
A
- catheter occlusion
- pneumothorax
- catheter migration
10
Q
what should the patient do when you withdraw CVAD
A
valsalva maneuver
