Ez IO Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Sites for EZ IO
A
Distal Femur(98-100% success rate), Proximal Tibia, distal tibia, proximal humerus.
2
Q
Insertion Depth
A
Ensure that the black mark is visible after inserting the needle, but before drilling into the bone
3
Q
Can labs be drawn off of Ez IO
A
Yes they can.
4
Q
Ideal insertion site for medication administration
A
Proximal humerus, because it is closest to the heart, it reaches the heart in as little as 3 seconds
5
Q
Once in the bone how much do you flush in pediatric patients
A
2-5 mL flush after insertion for pediatric patients
6
Q
Insertion angle for proximal humerus
A
45 degree angle aiming at the opposite buttox
7
Q
What sites must be immobilized for IO placement
A
Distal femur, proximal humerus
