Dec 17, 2023 · Arterial Lines are one of the main types of monitoring devices that you will manage as a critical care nurse. In this blog, I cover the most important concepts to ensure that you …

Jan 3, 2026 · Learn what an arterial line is, how it works, and why it’s essential for monitoring, ABGs, and respiratory care in critical patients.

NEVER NEVERadminister medications via the arterial line. It can lead to paraesthesia, severe pain, motor dysfunction, compartment syndrome, gangrene or limb loss

Dec 13, 2021 · This article is part three of the essential critical care skills series, and discusses the insertion of arterial lines, monitoring of an arterial waveform, and any associated risks or …

Nov 28, 2025 · To remove an arterial line, first confirm the order by the physician, as this must be ordered prior to implementation. Next, review labs, specifically the PTT and PT, to ensure …

Dr. Richard Rutherford has nothing to disclose. Arterial Line Placement. Indications for Arterial Lines. •Management of shock states (titrate pressors) •Management of hypertension in certain …

Arterial lines are used to monitor arterial blood pressure continuously, so it is essen-tial to understand normal and abnormal arterial pressure waveforms; these are shown in Fig 1.

Mar 23, 2025 · This review explores arterial lines' indications, techniques, complications, and clinical applications, emphasizing best practices to optimize patient safety and hemodynamic …

All central venous and arterial lines that are inserted without strict adherence to sterile techniques/established safety bundles should be changed as soon as possible. Lines inserted …

ts. Phase I: Survey of Management of Radial Arterial Lines. A 21-question survey designed to get critical care nurse feedback about optimal management of radial arterial lin