Week 10 central lines & wound care 2 Flashcards
1
Q
When someone is hooked up to an infusion line and we need to do a blood draw, do we stop the infusion?
A
Yes, If the patient can tolerate it
2
Q
When someone is hooked up to an infusion line and we need to do a blood draw, do we unhook the person?
A
No need to unhook them unless you need the port then you can
3
Q
What colour port do we use for CVL blood draws and are they heparin locked?
A
brown
Yes always
4
Q
What are the steps to taking blood from a CVL?
A
1.Swab the port
2.aspirate the heparin out and discard
3.take blood work with vaccutaner and blood vials
4.*CLAMP EVERYTIME I switch something from the port
5.Flush with 2x 10cc NS
6. instill Heparin
7. Re-start infusion
5
Q
What do we always change when doing blood cultures from a CVL?
A
the cap!
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