Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access

Abstract

• Diffi culty placing peripheral intravenous (PIV) using traditional methods of direct visualization and palpation • To reduce needle sticks in a hypercoagulable patient 2.2 Contraindications • Patient needs emergent central venous access 2.3 Materials and Medications • Ultrasound machine • High-frequency (5-8 MHZ) linear probe (Fig. 2.1) • Ultrasound gel • Minimum 1.5-in. needle length • IV setup • Skilled operator