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Gimme 5: CVAD Patency Assessment

Gimme 5: CVAD Patency Assessment

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In this Gimme 5 episode, Rachel walks you through the essentials of checking central venous access device (CVAD) patency—step by step. Learn the right flush technique, how to spot early signs of trouble, when to escalate, and special considerations for clamps, heparin locks, and IVADs. This quick and practical guide will help you keep your patients safe and your lines flowing 💦


Links:

VAD Care and Maintenance Protocol - Adult

VAD Care and Maintenance Protocol - Adult, Practice Change

IH CVAD Troubleshooting Algorithm

CVAD Associated Skin Impairment Algorithm - Adult

CVAA Canada - How to Assess a CVAD Video - April 2015




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