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AVA CERTIFICATION EXAM: Vascular Access Device Management UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers Why use 10 ml or larger syringe? - CORRECT ANSWER catheter - to minimize pressure on the What do "lock" solutions (final instilled solutions) include? - CORRECT ANSWER normal saline or heparinized saline (10 to 1000 units per ml How often do you change gauze dressings? - CORRECT ANSWER - - at least every two days

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AVA CERTIFICATION EXAM: Vascular
Access Device Management UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Why use 10 ml or larger syringe? - CORRECT ANSWER - to minimize pressure on the
catheter


What do "lock" solutions (final instilled solutions) include? - CORRECT ANSWER -
normal saline or heparinized saline (10 to 1000 units per ml


How often do you change gauze dressings? - CORRECT ANSWER - at least every two
days


What is the preferred skin cleansing agent? - CORRECT ANSWER - 0.5% chlorhexidine
preparation with alcohol
Apply with friction for at least 30 seconds
Allow skin to dry completely


How often should you assess CVAD? - CORRECT ANSWER - every shift for leaking or
visible damage


What are potential complications associated with damaged catheters? - CORRECT
ANSWER - catheter embolus, infection, infiltration, extravasation, air embolism



If the external segment of a CVAD is damaged - CORRECT ANSWER - clamp with
padded or non-toothed hemostats between the damaged lumen and patient


What should you cover a damaged area on a catheter with until assessment can be made? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Sterile gauze

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