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What is the primary purpose of an intravenous catheter?
What is the primary purpose of an intravenous catheter?
Which of the following is NOT a typical preparation step for surgery?
Which of the following is NOT a typical preparation step for surgery?
Which vein is commonly used for peripheral catheterization in a canine patient?
Which vein is commonly used for peripheral catheterization in a canine patient?
What is the primary use of an endotracheal tube during surgery?
What is the primary use of an endotracheal tube during surgery?
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During the intubation process, where should the restrainer’s hand be positioned for a dog?
During the intubation process, where should the restrainer’s hand be positioned for a dog?
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When performing peripheral catheterization, what gauge is typically used for a feline patient?
When performing peripheral catheterization, what gauge is typically used for a feline patient?
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What component of the endotracheal tube assists with the passage of oxygen and inhalant anesthesia?
What component of the endotracheal tube assists with the passage of oxygen and inhalant anesthesia?
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Which aspect is essential when measuring the appropriate size for an endotracheal tube?
Which aspect is essential when measuring the appropriate size for an endotracheal tube?
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Study Notes
Intravenous Catheterization and Intubation
- Intravenous catheterization and intubation (VET 2210) is a procedure for preparing patients for surgery.
- Veterinary technicians prepare the patient by performing several tasks.
- Patient Prep tasks include: Pre-medications, pre-anesthetic blood work, IV catheter placement, inducing the patient, placing an ET tube, and shaving/scrubbing surgical sites.
- An intravenous catheter gives quick access to administer IV medications and fluids, crucial for emergencies.
- Endotracheal tube protects the airway, prevents aspiration pneumonia, assists with resuscitation, and facilitates passage of oxygen and inhalant anesthesia.
- Peripheral catheter locations for canines include cephalic, lateral saphenous veins, while felines have cephalic and medial saphenous veins.
- Choosing the correct IV catheter depends on patient size, vein, type, gauge, and length. Specific guidelines exist for both canine and feline patients.
- Supplies needed include injection caps, T-ports, bandage materials, tape, #40 clipper blade, scrub solutions, saline flush solutions, and fluid lines.
Endotracheal Tube
- Tube components include the hose connector, body, cuff indicator, cuff, and Murphy eye.
- Measurement includes width, nasal septum, length, and thoracic inlet.
- Sizing involves selecting the appropriate tube size.
- Additional supplies may include gauze squares, laryngoscope, roll gauze tie, and cuff syringe.
Anatomy
- Anatomy diagrams are included, showing the relationship between the hard and soft palates, epiglottis, tongue, glottis, and laryngoscope.
Intubation
- Intubation procedures involve preparing the patient (restraints, posture, assisting view/visualization). The veterinarian holds the canine maxilla caudal to teeth and cat maxilla caudal to ear.
- Intubation is a technique for inserting an endotracheal tube into the trachea.
Tube Placement Confirmation
- Ways to confirm proper tube placement include: Cough, fogging in the tube, blowing of gauze or hair, air movement, palpation, and capnography.
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This quiz covers the essential procedures in intravenous catheterization and intubation, particularly for veterinary technicians. Key topics include patient preparation, catheter placement, and airway management for both canine and feline patients. Test your understanding of the guidelines and techniques involved in this critical aspect of veterinary care.
