MedComp ARCH-FLO Instructions D'utilisation page 7

Caution: Small syringes will generate excessive pressure and may
damage the catheter. The use of 10cc or larger syringes are
recommended.
15. Remove the syringe(s) and close extension clamp(s). Avoid air
embolism by keeping catheter tubing clamped at all times when
not in use and by aspirating then irrigating the catheter with
saline prior to each use. With each change in tubing
connections, purge air from the catheter and all connecting
tubing and caps.
CATHETER SECUREMENT AND WOUND DRESSING:
• The insertion site and external portion of the catheter should
always be covered with a protective dressing.
16. Cover the exit site with an occlusive dressing according to the
facility policy.
17. Record catheter length and catheter lot number on patient's
chart.
1. Remove the injection/needleless cap from the Arch-Flo™ CT
Midline catheter.
2. Using a 10cc or larger syringe(s), aspirate catheter lumen(s) to
assure patency and remove locking solution. Discard syringe(s).
3. Attach a 10cc or larger syringe filled with sterile normal saline
and vigorously flush the catheter with the full 10cc of sterile
normal saline. Warning: Failure to ensure patency of the
catheter prior to power injection studies may result in catheter
failure.
4. Detach syringe.
5. Attach the power injection device to the Arch-Flo™ CT Midline
catheter per manufacturer's recommendations.
Warning: Always use connector tubing between power injector
syringe and catheter. Do not attempt to connect power injector
syringe directly to the catheter. Damage may result.
6. Complete power injection study taking care not to exceed the
flow rate limits. Warning: Exceeding the maximum indicated
flow rate may result in catheter failure and/or catheter tip
displacement.
7. Disconnect the power injection device.
8. Flush the Arch-Flo™ CT Midline catheter with 10cc of sterile
normal saline, using a 10cc or larger syringe after power
injection.
9. Replace the injection/needleless cap on the Arch-Flo™ CT
Midline catheter.
• Before infusion begins all connections should be examined
carefully.
• Frequent visual inspection should be conducted to detect leaks
to prevent blood loss or air embolism.
•
If a leak is found, the catheter should be clamped immediately
and replaced.
Caution: Only clamp catheter with in-line clamps provided.
•
Necessary remedial action must be taken prior to the
continuation of the treatment.
Note: Excessive blood loss may lead to patient shock.
POWER INJECTION PROCEDURE
INFUSION
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