NR 340 Critical Care Exam 2

nfection: Notify the provider. The nurse should anticipate that the provider will discontinue the infected cannula and should be prepared for a catheter insertion in another location.Hematoma: Suspect vessel laceration if a hematoma/swelling occurs around the site of insertion. Applydirect pressure and notify the provider. Closely monitor blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and pulse oximetry.PA catheter knotting: If PA catheter is knotted the nurse should never attempt to rem...