Vascular Access Post-Test

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Tick ALL of the following which are TRUE regarding in-plane IV access

The Vein is parallel to the US beam

The Vein is perpendicular to the US beam

Only the needle tip is seen

It is easier to locate the vessel centre than in the out-of-plane technique

When attempting to access a Vein which is located close to an artery it is safest to use:

In-plane technique

Out-of-plane technique

The transducer usually used for IV access is:

Linear

Curvilinear

Phased array

The level of disinfection recommended for a blood stained transducer following IV access is:

Soap and water

Clinell wipe

High level disinfection

Wipe down with a paper towel

US guidance has been shown to increase the longevity of IV lines

True

False

The most reliable way to differentiate a vein from an artery is:

Veins compress without pulsation

Veins are blue on colour doppler

Veins have thin walls

Veins are lateral

Deeper veins are easier to access

True

False

For US guided central venous access it is enough to locate the vein using US

True

False

The Femoral artery is always lateral to the Vein

True

False

US guidance increases the risk of IV line infection

True

False

VASCULAR ACCESS POST-TEST