Module 5: Venous Access Procedures Flashcards
Which of the following is not one of the main veins in the upper extremity used for central venous access?
A) basilic vein
B) antecubital vein
C) brachial vein
D) cephalic vein
B) antecubital vein
Which of the following is not an indication for central venous access?
A) dialysis
B) radiation therapy
C) cell harvesting
D) chemotherapy
B) radiation therapy
An average tunneled dialysis catheter ranges from __________ French in diameter.
A) 8 to 12
B) 10 to 14
C) 12 to 16
D) 14 to 20
C) 12 to 16
An autologous stem cell transplant refers to the harvesting and transfusion of a:
A) mother’s stem cells.
B) patient’s own stem cells.
C) sibling’s stem cells.
D) tissue donor’s stem cells.
B) patient’s own stem cells.
What is the most common type of catheter indicated for total parenteral nutrition (TPN)?
A) PICC
B) subcutaneous port
C) tunneled
D) temporary catheter
A) PICC
Which of the following complications is more common with subclavian vein access than other access sites?
A) infection
B) bleeding
C) pneumothorax
D) venous thrombosis
C) pneumothorax
What natural biological defense against foreign bodies describes the formation of a mass adhering to and covering a central venous catheter?
A) an intraluminal
B) a mutual thrombus
C) a mechanical obstruction
D) a fibrin sheath
D) a fibrin sheath
Which of the following describes a condition in which the pericardial sac fills with fluid or blood and compresses the heart, preventing the ventricles from expanding sufficiently?
A) cardiac tamponade
B) SVC syndrome
C) pulmonary embolism
D) pneumothorax
A) cardiac tamponade
This type of catheter is best suited for long term intermittent use?
A) subcutaneous port
B) temporary catheter
C) tunneled catheter
D) PICC
A) subcutaneous port
In this method, the inferior vena cava (IVC) is cannulized to provide access to the central venous system.
A) temporary catheter
B) tunneled catheter
C) transhepatic
D) translumbar
D) translumbar
