Catheters / Key Points

🩺 Catheters / Key Points (IV, Central Lines, etc.) | Study Card / Flashcard

This study card on intravenous catheters and central venous catheters provides a clear and practical overview for nursing students and healthcare professionals working with intravenous access and infusion therapy.

Venous catheters, such as peripheral IV lines and central venous catheters, are used for the administration of medication, fluids, blood products, and parenteral nutrition, as well as for reliable venous access in critically ill patients.

Key considerations include aseptic technique during insertion and care, correct fixation, regular monitoring of the insertion site, infection prevention, and early recognition of complications such as phlebitis, infiltration, occlusion, or infection.

This card supports safe practice, clinical reasoning, and proper management of intravenous therapy in everyday healthcare settings 🩺