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- Discusses relevant anatomy, devices, and techniques for obtaining vascular access rapidly and reliably
- Examines the pros and cons of peripheral intravenous, intraosseous, and central venous devices as well as pre-existing lines
- Teaches providers how to overcome a variety of obstacles to obtaining vascular access for their patients
- Covers high-risk presentations such as cardiac arrest and shock
This book focuses on the placement of vascular access devices under emergent conditions, including the techniques and devices needed to achieve successful device deployment in even the most critically-ill patient. Up-to-date references and evidence for best practices are provided, informing both the novice and experienced healthcare provider. Each chapter is meticulously researched, including individual chapters focusing upon peripheral intravenous, intraosseous, central venous, and ultrasound-guided catheter placement. Device selection and emergent decision-making are discussed at length, including such crucial determinants as infusion flow rates, device limitations, issues with medication incompatibility, complications of line placement, and the relative indications and contraindications associated with various vascular access approaches. Emergent Vascular Access is an essential resource for any healthcare provider who places or manages vascular access devices in critically-ill patients, including emergency and ICU physicians, residents, rapid response providers, EMS paramedics, patient care technicians, medical students, and nurses. Table of Contents- What Is Emergent Vascular Access?
- The Physiology and Physics of Vascular Access
- Landmark-Based Peripheral Intravenous Catheters
- Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Catheters
- Landmark-Based Central Venous Catheters
- Ultrasound-Guided Central Venous Catheters
- Intraosseous Catheters
- Special Populations: Pediatrics
- Special Populations: Cardiac Arrest
- Difficult Vascular Access
- Decision-Making for Emergent Vascular Access
- The Future of Emergent Vascular Access
- Arterial Catheters
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