5. Assess the vein.Before inserting a needle into a patient’s vein, you have to assess its condition first. A well-hydrated person has firm, supple, and easy-to-reach veins. Well-hydrated veins are bouncy, making them the right fit for insertion. Some patients needintravenous therapybut ...
Young veins, moreover, can be more susceptible to vasospasm, an involuntary constriction often caused by fear or pain. Some veins--such as deep veins in obese patients--are particularly difficult to find. Other veins collapse easily or are fragile or inflamed. Dehydration or shock, for example...
Remember that it is easier for your healthcare provider to find a suitable vein if you are well hydrated. Unless you are advised against drinking water, as is the case before undergoing surgery, you should drink plenty of water before you go to get your blood taken or for IV insertion. I...
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A doctor can use fluoroscopy for any of the following reasons: Orthopedic surgery: Surgery concerned with musculoskeletal system conditions. Catheter insertion: Inserting a tube into the body. Blood flow studies: Visualizing the flow of blood to the organs. Enemas: Inserting a rubber tip into the...
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The reason why it is so important to know how to find the femoral vein is that it is often used for blood tests, intravenous (IV) therapy, and blood transfusions. It is also a common site for catheter insertion. This vein is easy to access and has a large diameter, which makes it ...
Switch to the other arm if you can't find anything. Look at the dorsum of the hand as a last resort. Tip: Patients who need regular bloodwork (e.g. INR for patients on warfarin) are often knowledgeable on the veins that are most likely to work. 4 Apply heat to the site to make...