Arterial line

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A very thin tube (catheter) inserted into an artery to allow direct measurement of the blood pressure, the amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood.

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  • Arterial Line
    Most ICU patients have an arterial line usually in the wrist. Arterial lines are connected to the monitor and show your blood pressure. It also allows us to take blood samples.
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