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Clinical Guideline: Umbilical Venous Catheter Insertion Authors: Katie Callum (ANNA) Dr Paul Clarke (Consultant Neonatologist) For use in: EOE Neonatal Units Guidance specific to the care of neonatal

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1. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
2. Gather all necessary supplies including umbilical venous catheter kit, sterile gloves, syringe, and tape.
3. Position the baby in a comfortable and stable position with the umbilical stump exposed.
4. Clean the area around the umbilical stump with an antiseptic solution and let it dry completely.
5. Put on sterile gloves and open the catheter kit, being careful not to touch the sterile supplies with non-sterile hands.
6. Insert the catheter into the umbilical vein until blood is aspirated into the syringe, indicating successful placement.
7. Secure the catheter in place with tape, making sure it is not too tight or too loose.
8. Document the procedure in the patient's medical record.

Who needs umbilical venous caformter placement?

1. Newborn babies who require intravenous access for medications, fluids, or blood transfusions.
2. Premature babies who may have difficulty accessing veins through traditional methods.
3. Babies with certain medical conditions that necessitate close monitoring of blood flow and oxygen levels.

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What is umbilical venous caformter placement?

Umbilical venous catheter placement is a medical procedure where a catheter is inserted into the umbilical vein of a newborn to facilitate administration of fluids, medications, and nutrition.

Who is required to file umbilical venous caformter placement?

Healthcare providers, particularly those involved in neonatal care, are required to document and file details regarding umbilical venous catheter placements.

How to fill out umbilical venous caformter placement?

To fill out umbilical venous catheter placement documentation, providers should record the patient’s information, procedure details, date and time of placement, and the clinician's signature.

What is the purpose of umbilical venous caformter placement?

The purpose of umbilical venous catheter placement is to provide a safe and effective route for administering intravenous therapies and monitoring in neonates.

What information must be reported on umbilical venous caformter placement?

Information that must be reported includes patient demographics, details of the procedure, insertion site, type of catheter used, and any complications encountered.