BoyNurse07

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1. CVPs and Central Lines

   BoyNurse07 posted a topic in Med-Surg

   I need everyone's opinion please. Does anyone measure central venous pressure via a water manometer? I work in a small hospital and we measure CVP via this method. I have a question regarding that. Do you leave the line attached to the distal port...

2. Central Lines/Infus-a-port Questions

   BoyNurse07 posted a topic in Infusion

   I need some insight on how you guys deal with central lines, infus-a-ports, and PICC Lines. Blood draws: We flush with 10ml of normal saline, then draw back 10ml; then you pull back 5ml of waste; finally pulling back your sample. Is this right? Wit...

3. Wound Measurement

   BoyNurse07 replied to BoyNurse07's topic in Wound

   Thank you VERY MUCH BIRD 2. I really appreciate it. I knew the basics, but having it explained to me again helps! Again, thanks!!!!

4. Wound Measurement

   BoyNurse07 posted a topic in Wound

   I have very little experience with wound care. I have been taking care of more patients with wounds/decubs and I have a few questions. 1. When you measure a wound, do you use centimeters? I am assuming this because of observing other nurses. 2. W...