As a Rule!
According to the CDC guidelines, what are the 4 minimum components that should be used for peripheral/radial arterial insertion?
1) Cap 2) Mask 3) Sterile gloves 4) Small fenestrated drape
Name two advantages of the RA-04020-SP.
1) Sharp Safety 2) Removable wire
Which of the following arteries can be used for art line insertion?
femoral, brachial, radial
What is the SAC catheter material? - full material type
polyether block amide
Recent studies have concluded that arterial lines are a significant source of CRBSI's. What is the risk range?
.7-3.7%
What is the most common gauge size for radial artery catheters?
20 Ga
What are the 3 main reasons arterial lines are used?
1)Blood gas 2)Blood pressure 3)Blood sampling
What is the benefit of the hydrophilic coating?
Designed for easy threading and advacement
Name two reasons a clinician should consider a bundle approach for arterial lines?
1) Reduce Infection 2) Simplified compliance with guidelines
What gauge sizes are Arrow radial artery catheters available in?
18, 20 22
Other than ultrasound, what type of test can be used to determine that there is enough collateral blood flow for radial arterial insertion?
Allens Test
How often should transducers be replaced?
96 hours
What level of recommendation does the CDC assign to the following general practice, "Use all-inclusive kits for line insertion?
IA
What component of Arrow radial arterial lines reduces the blood flow during insertion?
Spring wire
In adults, what is “order of preference” for arterial insertion locations?
Radial, brachial, femoral
What are the differences between the femoral SAC X1A and 1A kits
Max barrier drape, hemohopper, Biopatch
How often should transducers be replaced?
96 hours
Compared with the RA-04020, name 3 unique features of the Arrow Quickflash
needle with side holes, flashback chamber that holds blood, removable wire
What is our messaging regarding the proper location of a radial arterial catheter?
2-3 cm proximal to point of flexion
What are the 6 lengths available in the SAC product line?
2.5, 5, 8, 12, 16, 23