intraosseous route

What Is A Contraindication For IO Insertion?

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What Is A Contraindication For IO Insertion? Contraindications to IO insertion include fracture at or proximal to the insertion site, cellulitis or other infection overlying the insertion site, prior attempt at the insertion site, or bone disease such as osteogenesis imperfecta or osteopetrosis. When would you insert an intraosseous infusion? Intraosseous infusion (IO) is used

How Do You Insert Intraosseous?

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How Do You Insert Intraosseous? The physician holds the needle firmly in the palm of the other hand, directing the point slightly away from the joint space and growth plate. The needle is inserted with moderate pressure and a rotary motion, which is stopped as soon as a pop indicates penetration of the cortex. How