Y5 - Arterial cannulation Flashcards
1
Q
definition
A
a thin catheter is inserted into an artery (most commonly the radial artery)
2
Q
indications
A
to monitor blood pressure directly and in real time
to obtain arterial blood gas analysis
3
Q
what is the golden rule for arterial cannulation
A
collateral circulation
4
Q
complications
A
painful (lidocaine often used)
vasospasm
infection
