Transcript Tubes, Catheters

Tubes, Catheters
And Lines
Nasogastric/Nasoenteric Tubes
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Purpose: Tables pg 240
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Passage
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X-rays
Litmus test
Transport/Suction
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To keep stomach free of gastric contents & air
Administering meds, food, contrast
Relieves obstructions in sm intestine; decompression
Never clamp dbl lumen tubes
Never remove NE tubes
Gastrostomy
Central Venous Lines
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Purpose
Placement
Tunnel type: Hickman
Groshong or PIC –inserted in arm &
advanced to central vein
Infusion Ports: Huber needle
TUBES
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Suctioning –not in our scope of practice
Colostomies
Tracheostomies/Endotracheal Tubes
Ventilators
Chest Tubes
Abscess/Tissue Drainage Tubes
URINARY CATHETERS
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Straight Catheter
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Indwelling or Foley Catheter
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Sizes: 8-18 French
IV ACCESS LINES
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Patency
Infusion Pumps
Trouble Shooting
Saline/Heparin Locks