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For Central Line Placement?

Sophia Al-Mansoor • • 7 min read
For Central Line Placement?

The most common veins used for placement of a central line are the internal jugular in the neck, the subclavian vein

subclavian vein
The subclavian vein is a large paired, deep vein that extends along each side of the neck. ... The primary function of veins is to transport deoxygenated blood from all parts of the body, returning it to the heart, and then on to the lungs to be reoxygenated.
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near the clavicle, and the femoral vein in the groin. The patient is covered, typically from head to toe, with a sterile drape.

How long does central line placement take?

Your child will not feel pain during the procedure but some patients may feel discomfort around the catheter insertion site for a few days following the procedure. How long does the procedure take? The procedure will take approximately one hour.

Which patient would be most appropriate for placement of a central line?

The correct answer is A.

Children who need access for longer than three months who require daily infusions are the best candidates for tunneled central venous catheters.

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