Arterial cannulation OSCE

  • Wash hands
  • Introduce self
  • Explains procedure to patient
  • Gain consent
  • Performs Allen's test correctly
  • Appropriate equipment: lidocaine, blue needle, arterial line of choice, cannula dressing, flushed extension, suture, 0.9% saline in pressure bag
  • Expose appropriately
  • Sterile field, drapes and gloves
  • Skin prep
  • Lidocaine infiltration
  • Cannulates artery safely
  • Secures the cannula in place
  • Ensures the site is dressed and line is secured
  • Disposes of sharps safely
  • Thanks patient and invites questions
  • Mentions documentation
  • Global mark from patient
  • Global mark from examiner

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