Restraint for IV Catheterization & Inubation - 07 Flashcards
Learning Objectives -Demonstrate how to properly restrain a patient for an IV catheter -Describe the steps in placing an IV catheter and their role as restrainer -Identify how to position both canine and feline patients for intubation
T or F: The restrainer must raise
the vein & stabilize the elbow for IV (cephalic) catheter placement
true
T or F: When you are placing pressure over vein to stop blood
flow, avoid touching catheter entry point
true
T or F: Patient is usually placed in sternal recumbency,
with head & neck extended straight out (intubation - canines)
true
is proper positioning is essential for the technician to view the larynx - intubation (canine)
-yes, assistant should use both hands, one to hold the ubber jaw (maxilla) & the other to hold the lower jaw (mandible)
-assistant may also need to hold the tongue
how should we restrain felines & small canines for intubation
restrainer should grasp top of head & upper jaw with
one hand behind canines & pull-down the lower jaw with other hand
