Advanced Circulation Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Describe some potential early complications of IV access? (7)
A
- Perforation of vein
- Haematoma
- Damage to other structures
- Air embolus
- Shearing
- Needle breaks
- Extravasation
1
Q
What are the indications for IV access? (4)
A
-Administration of drugs
- Access for fluids
- Prior to chest drain
- Prolonged entrapment
2
Q
Describe the potential late complications of IV access? (3)
A
- Thrombophlebitis
- Local infection
- Systemic infection
3
Q
What are some indications of IO access? (6)
A
- Emergency vascular access
- Major burns
- Profound shock
- Overwhelming sepsis
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
- Other methods have failed
4
Q
What are the contraindications of IO access? (3)
A
- Fractures
- Infection
- Osteoporosis
5
Q
What are the contra-indications for FAST IO? (2)
A
- Under 12 years old
- Sternotomy
6
Q
What are the complications of IO access? (4)
A
- Painful
- Extravasation due to poor placement
- Compartment syndrome
- Infection
7
Q
What are the 3 sites for IO access?
A
- Sternum (FAST only)
- Tibial plateau
- Head of humorous
