Oh I see, as an alternative to peripheral then. I didn't think you'd need
central access per se. Mind you, even the hardest IVDUs have well-preserved
external jugulars! Granted, these also take a certain knack, and are not
accessible beneath a cervical collar.
AF
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From: "Rowley Cottingham" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Wednesday, October 01, 2003 6:11 AM
Subject: Re: ECGs at the scene for thrombolysis
> I have frequently performed central lines prehospital; the usual reason
being an inability to get
> other access in a patient (eg IVDU) who NEEDS access.
>
> Best wishes,
>
>
> Rowley Cottingham
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