CVADs
Video 1: An Orientation to CVADs in the Pediatric Population
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This presentation describes:
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different types of CVADs and why one may be chosen instead of another.
It demonstrates:
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Port-a-Cath access and deaccess using a variety of PAC needles
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External catheter cap and dressing change
It discusses:
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PICC line care
Video 2: CVADs - Troubleshooting and Complications (currently under review)
1. Prevention of:
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Occlusions
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Site alterations/skin irritation/line dislodgement
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Line or exit site contamination/infection
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Line breakage CVAD emergency kit
2. Difficult PAC access
3. No Blood return
4. Interstitial IV therapy
5. Fractured Line
6. Catheter displacement