Scenario: You are attempting to establish peripheral IV access on a patient in cardiac arrest.

Actions:

You are selecting a vein for insertion.

Questions:

  1. What are the preferred sites for peripheral IV access in adults?

    • a) Femoral vein
    • b) Subclavian vein
    • c) Antecubital (AC) fossa, forearm, hand
    • d) Internal jugular vein
  2. What is the appropriate angle of insertion for a peripheral IV catheter?

    • a) 15-30 degrees
    • b) 30-45 degrees
    • c) 10-30 degrees
    • d) 45-60 degrees
  3. After successfully inserting the catheter and obtaining flashback, what is the next step?

    • a) Immediately flush the catheter with saline.
    • b) Advance the needle further into the vein.
    • c) Advance the catheter over the needle, then remove the needle.
    • d) Secure the catheter with tape.