Lines and Tubes Flashcards
What is used to deliver meds/fluids, also known formally as “hep lock”?
peripheral IV
What does PICC stand for?
peripherally inserted central catheter
What type of line is used for extended antibiotics, meds, chemo, or TPN?
PICC
PICC lines are placed in veins and advanced to rest in what structure?
superior vena cava or the cavo-atrial jxn
If PICC is advanced too far, what can they cause?
Arrhythmias
How is a chest tube held in place?
stitches
Where are chest tubes placed?
pleural space b/w visceral and parietal pleura OR mediastinal drain
Can you mobilize a pt with a chest tube?
Yes. Be sure to keep drainage container below insertion site and observe for air bubbles before/after treatment.
What type of catheter is placed in heart or lung to drain fluid?
pigtail catheter
What feature of a pigtail catheter prevents puncture during insertion?
curved end
What is an external DVT prophylaxis aid important for immobile pts?
venodyne boots
“pneumo boots”
Why is use of Venodyne boots is contraindicated for confused pts?
fall risk
_______ dressing is a system that provides _________ pressure to a wound.
VAC; negative pressure
What influence do VAC dressings have on wounds?
decrease edema
increase tissue perfusion
promote granulation tissue formation
What suction mechanism can be used after operations to drain excess fluid?
surgical drain
