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Which of the following is the purpose of a central line?
Which of the following is the purpose of a central line?
- To access a vein near the skin's surface
- To administer medication or fluids (correct)
- To prevent central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs)
- To collect blood for medical tests
Where are intravenous catheters (IVs) usually placed?
Where are intravenous catheters (IVs) usually placed?
- In a vein near the skin's surface (usually on the arm or hand) (correct)
- In a vein deep inside the body
- In a large vein in the neck, chest, or groin
- In a major vein that is close to the heart
What is the main difference between a central line and an intravenous catheter (IV)?
What is the main difference between a central line and an intravenous catheter (IV)?
- There is no difference between a central line and an IV
- Central lines are used for longer periods of time than IVs
- Central lines are used to collect blood for medical tests, while IVs are used to give medication or fluids (correct)
- Central lines are placed in a vein near the skin's surface, while IVs are placed in a major vein
What are the consequences of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs)?
What are the consequences of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs)?
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What resources is the CDC providing to the healthcare community to help end CLABSIs?
What resources is the CDC providing to the healthcare community to help end CLABSIs?
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