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In this episode, we will be discussing Central Lines. We’ll try to hit everything about PICC lines, what they are, why we use them, and how to properly maintain them.

We will also be discussing the different veins where the central line can be inserted and the risks and complications along with it.

Another informational episode for nurses and incoming nurses as we delve into these topics.

 

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0:03 |  A quick word for the sponsors

0:55 Introduction with the Hosts & Affiliates/Updates

3:09 | Central Lines

3:26 | Central line insertions

8:03 | PICC lines

9:30 | Central line uses

11:31 | Hemodialysis Catheter

14:13 | Tunneled vs non-tunneled catheters

15:22 | Ports

22:14 |Risks and Complications 

22:21 | Air embolism

23:56| Infection| 

26:30| Phlebitis

28:07| Thrombus formation

29:25| Maintenance

37:30| Closing thoughts