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burchfield96 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Several types of long-term central venous access devices are used. Which is considered an advantage of a Hickman-Broviac catheter?

a. No need to keep exit site dry
b. Easy to use for self-administered infusions
c. Heparinized only monthly and after each infusion
d. No limitations on regular physical activity, including swimming

Question 2

Guidelines for intramuscular administration of medication in school-age children include which action?

a. Inject medication as rapidly as possible.
b. Insert needle quickly, using a dartlike motion.
c. Penetrate skin immediately after cleansing site, before skin has dried.
d. Have child stand, if possible, and if child is cooperative.

ryansturges · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The Hickman-Broviac catheter has several benefits, including that it is easy to use for self-administered infusions. The exit site must be kept dry to decrease risk of infection. The Hickman-Broviac catheter requires daily heparin flushes. Water sports may be restricted because of risk of infection.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The needle should be inserted quickly in a dartlike motion at a 90-degree angle unless contraindicated. Inject medications slowly. Allow skin preparation to dry completely before skin is penetrated. Place child in lying or sitting position.