: Usually due to excessive tubing length or small-bore catheters. Fix : Shorten tubing or remove unnecessary stopcocks. 🩺 Clinical & Anatomical Fixes
Troubleshooting a failed arterial line (A-line) requires a systematic approach to identify whether the issue is mechanical, anatomical, or clinical. When a line "fails," it typically manifests as a loss of waveform, inability to flush, or inaccurate pressure readings. 🛠️ Mechanical Troubleshooting HOW TO FIX FAILED ARTERIAL LINE
: Look for kinks in the tubing or a disconnected cable. : Usually due to excessive tubing length or
The shape of the waveform provides clues to the specific failure mode. or clinical. When a line "fails