Sujule

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1. Multiple lab draws off IV periph line, tourniquet timing

   Sujule replied to Sujule's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you Gaitor. There are a couple of schools of thoughts regarding the bp cuff. 1) Inflate the cuff to 20 mm below the diastolic or 2) Pump the cuff to 30 - 40 mmHg. or 3) Pump the cuff to just below the pt's diastolic. I find pumping 20 mm Hg...

2. Multiple lab draws off IV periph line, tourniquet timing

   Sujule replied to Sujule's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you Kindaback. The amounts needed have been specified in my research protocol. It will not be an existing line. The gauge will be 20/22 depending. I have used a bp cuff and I'm considering using it for this project. I like the idea of hav...

3. Multiple lab draws off IV periph line, tourniquet timing

   Sujule replied to Sujule's topic in General Nursing

   Thank so much for the feedback, NurseStorm and Gaitor. Both of you had great comments. My first post and I'm so grateful. My thoughts and take away: The blood will be drawn right after the line is placed so the saline lock is not an issue. I hav...

4. Multiple lab draws off IV periph line, tourniquet timing

   Sujule posted a topic in General Nursing

   Working on a research study where a peripheral line will be placed, blood drawn and then an infusion. Up to 20 tubes will be drawn at once. From previous discussions, I know this can be typical especially in oncology trials. I'll draw a discard tu...