PICC Study Exam 1 Questions & Answers 2024/2025

PICC Study Exam 1 Questions & Answers 2024/2025 Central lines - ANSWERSused in emergencies or when a client's peripheral veins are inaccessible -large volume of fluids, multiple infusions, long term venous therapy Central line therapy - ANSWERSprovides access to a large vein and way to draw blood samples and measure central venous pressure Benefits of central line therapy - ANSWERS-reduces need for repeated venipuncture -reduces risk for vein irritation Types of central lines - ANSWERS-true subclavian -hickman-brovac, quinton -groshong Implanted venous access ports - ANSWERS-port-a-cath -infusaport Consent - ANSWERSneeds to be signed because its an invasive procedure Sterile technique - ANSWERSneeds to be used during central line insertion Who can place a central line? - ANSWERSdoctor A central line can be placed - ANSWERS-at the bed side -in the OR *depending on facility policy