Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast Episode 18: Tips and Tricks for Line Placement
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Oct 18, 2016 Discover essential tips and tricks for mastering various line placements, from peripheral IVs to pulmonary artery catheters. Explore advanced techniques such as patient positioning and the use of ultrasound to enhance your skills. The discussion also touches on the importance of hand-eye coordination and provides valuable resources for further learning. Additionally, the episode highlights the ethics of voting and civic responsibility, offering a unique blend of medical expertise and political insights.
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Taut Skin for IV Success
- Always make the skin taut around the vein to improve peripheral IV success.
- Use the "constantly tenting" technique by lifting skin as you advance the needle shallowly.
Use Inline Ultrasound Technique
- Use the inline ultrasound technique to visualize the entire peripheral vein and needle path.
- Align needle and probe perfectly and adjust gently until the vein and needle are fully in view for better accuracy.
Shallow Angle for Arterial Lines
- For arterial lines, enter at a very shallow angle to avoid going through and through the artery.
- Use slow, small pokes when advancing the needle and pull back to adjust if needed.