Li'lOne

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1. Accidental arterial stick !!!

   Li'lOne replied to Li'lOne's topic in Emergency

   epona, it's not a big deal to take blood from an artery, but i was starting an iv line for meds etc., & yes...thats a big deal. also, if ever u do an arterial stick, u must always apply pressure to the site for apprx 5 min. btw, i'm glad you are...

2. HELP !!! ! accidental arterial stick

   Li'lOne replied to Li'lOne's topic in General Nursing

   OK, I may be incorrect in stating "Radial". What I mean is site above the thumb area & I HAVE had iv sites in this area.

3. HELP !!! ! accidental arterial stick

   Li'lOne replied to Li'lOne's topic in General Nursing

   Also....I did flush it w/10cc NS, is this a problem?

4. Accidental arterial stick !!!

   Li'lOne posted a topic in Emergency

   I have posted this in General Nursing, I am in a panic over here.... RN 1yr now, work in a VERY BUSY ER. Last night, needed blds & iv line on pt (obese) Left arm option only (rt arm shunt) AC not an option (badly scarred, keloids etc..) Can't fee...

5. HELP !!! ! accidental arterial stick

   Li'lOne posted a topic in General Nursing

   I am in a panic overhere.... RN 1yr now, work in a VERY BUSY ER. Last night, needed blds & iv line on pt (obese) Left arm option only (rt arm shunt) AC not an option (badly scarred, keloids etc..) Can't feel/find anything on forearm or hand, but ...