Central Venous Access Device Flashcards
1
Q
Extravasation
A
Cancer treatment = pain c/o of pain and redness and swelling…
2
Q
More ports you have
A
More risk for infection
3
Q
Typically, how many ports
A
1
4
Q
PICC line is considered
A
CVAD
5
Q
Implanted Infusion Port…more or less risk?
A
Less
6
Q
Where port?
A
upper chest, either side.
7
Q
How long do ports stay in?
A
years
8
Q
Nursing Care CVADs
A
Site redness/drainage/swell
Observe misplacement
Dressing Changes
Hub Care
