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Step 9: Cephalic catheter placement
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Proceed to tape the catheter in place using 1-in porous hospital grade tape. This is one of several ways to properly secure a catheter. Using another method, such as bandaging material, is fine as long as it is safe and comfortable for the patient and secures the IV catheter firmly in place. It is important to test and flush the catheter after placement.
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Step 2: Locate the cephalic vein
Step 5: Troubleshoot catheter placement
Step 6: See final catheter placement
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