Author Question: Which is a benefit of indwelling arterial, venous, or intracardiac catheters? a. Rapid, accurate ... (Read 21 times)

mikaylakyoung · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Which is a benefit of indwelling arterial, venous, or intracardiac catheters?

a. Rapid, accurate assessment of physiologic alterations
b. Moderate yield of information with increased discomfort to the patient
c. Potential for bleeding or hemorrhage
d. Infection risk is increased with placement

Question 2

Which is an example of an invasive monitoring device?

a. Intracardiac catheter
b. Blood pressure cuff
c. Pulse oximeter probe
d. Axillary thermometer

carojassy25 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
In high-risk patients, indwelling catheters placed in an arterial, venous, or intracardiac locations can give health care providers quick information regarding the patient's condition.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Invasive monitors penetrate skin or mucosa. They can be inserted percutaneously or by cutdown depending on the vessel and catheter. An intracardiac monitor is an example of an invasive monitor.