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Arterial Line Placement

Offered By: OPENPediatrics via YouTube

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Pediatrics Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the process of arterial line placement in this comprehensive video tutorial presented by Dr. James DiNardo, an associate professor of anesthesia at Harvard Medical School and cardiac anesthesiologist at Boston Children's Hospital. Gain valuable insights into the indications, contraindications, equipment, and procedural techniques for placing arterial pressure monitoring catheters. Learn when continuous blood pressure monitoring is necessary, such as in hemodynamically unstable patients or those requiring vasoactive agents. Understand the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure, including infection, arterial trauma, and thrombosis. Discover the essential equipment needed for successful arterial line placement, from arm boards to transducer systems. This educational resource, provided by OPENPediatrics in collaboration with Boston Children's Hospital, offers expert knowledge to healthcare clinicians worldwide, promoting the exchange of critical care information for pediatric patients in various resource settings.

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"Arterial Line Placement" by James DiNardo, MD, FAAP for OPENPediatrics


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OPENPediatrics

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