Arterial Line Insertion

Arterial Line Insertion

A doctor currently working in the intensive care unit has been asked to insert an arterial line into a patient that has just been reviewed on the ward round. 1. What are the main indications for inserting an arterial line? Show Answer The two main indications for the...
Arterial Line Placement

Arterial Line Placement

Arterial line placement is a very common procedure in critical care and emergency medicine settings. The most common indications are: Haemodynamic instability requiring continuous direct BP monitoring Titration of vasopressors (or other cardioactive drugs) Need for...