Types of IV
Surgically placed in the upper chest or upper arm with the catheter inserted into the subclavian or internal jugular veins
What is a port central venous access device
A main source of fluid that is infused continuously or intermittently directly into the patient's bloodstream
What is a primary IV
The number one method to prevent infection
What is hand hygiene
Minimizes the risk of needlestick injuries for healthcare professionals, especially when preparing medications
What is a blunt tip
Acute inflammation of a vein characterized by pain, tenderness, swelling, and redness
What is phlebitis
Surgically inserted with the distal catheter tip located in the superior vena cava and the proximal end tunneled subcutaneously to an exit site on patients trunk
What is a tunneled central venous access device
Is also called a piggyback
What is a secondary IV
Protector for IV y-sites, typically saturated with an alcohol-based disinfectant
What is a curo cap (green/teal cap)
Designed to filter out particulate matter, like glass shards, when drawing medication from ampules or vials
What is a filter tip
Coolness and blanching due to IVF leaking into surrounding tissue.
What is infiltration
Inserted through the basilic vein at the antecubital area, with catheter tip located in the upper arm at the axilla level.
What is a midline central venous device
Process of introducing a medication or fluid substance directly into the bloodstream via the venous system
What is a IV push
a process of disinfecting the port of a vascular access device before accessing
What is scrub the hub
Sterile, rubber coated needle device that creates a seal designed for collecting blood samples
What is a vacutainer
Leakage of fluids or medications from a blood vessel or IV catheter into the surrounding tissue, causing tissue damage.
What is extravasation
Inserted through the basilic or cephalic veins with the catheter tip located in the superior vena cava.
What is a PICC line
Rapid process of introducing a medication or fluid substance directly into the bloodstream via the venous system
What is a IV bolus
Designated area that is kept free from microorganisms to minimize the risk of infection while inserting a central line
What is a sterile field
Injury that occurs when a needle punctures the skin
What is a needlestick
Blood clot dislodging from vein, often traveling to lungs
What is a pulmonary embolism
Inserted with aspectic technique, distal from shoulder.
What is a peripheral central venous access device.
Continuous or intermittent administration of fluids and medications over time
What is a intravenous infusion
Central line associated bloodstream infection abbreviation
What is a CLABSI
Mechanism designed to reduce the risk of accidental injury
What is a safety
Bruise that occurs when blood leaks out of a vein and pools under the skin, often due to an injured or punctured vein during IV insertion or removal
What is a hematoma