Respuesta :
The key nursing responsibilities of managing a central venous pressure catheter are-
- Monitoring of the catheter system and patient.
- Aseptic dressing
- Orientation of patient
- Informational awareness of the patient
Explanation:
Many types of complications can rise due to insertion of a catheter unit. Hence, the whole procedure calls for punctuality in the part of those managing a catheter. Some key responsibilities include-
- The patient, Catheter system and the site must be adequately monitored and recorded. There should be minimum recourse to handling of the lines, to prevent contamination of the line.
- Dressing of venous site must be changed regularly using aseptic techniques and transparent dressing.
- The patient must be asked to lie flat on the bed post the removal of catheter.
- Patient must be informed of the procedures and its technicalities.
