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Vascular Procedures: Radiology Nursing for the Non-Radiology Nurse

Author(s): Ellen F. Arslan RN-C, CRN

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Expires Dec 31, 2027

Topics: Monitoring, Cardiovascular

Role: Staff

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Activity Summary

Provided by the Association for Radiologic & Imaging Nursing (ARIN) and designed for the non-radiology nurse, this video offers an overview of common vascular procedures. It differentiates arterial and venous procedures and reviews patient preparation, what occurs during the procedure and post-procedure care. It also discusses arterial and venous thrombolysis, inferior vena cava (IVC) filter placement, closure devices, post-placement assessments and potential complications.

To learn more, visit the Association for Radiologic & Imaging Nursing website.

Objectives

  • Discuss patient preparation and nursing considerations for vascular angiography.
  • Describe how to perform an Allen test when preparing a patient for vascular angiography.
  • State the indications and contraindications for arterial and venous thrombolysis.

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