Intraosseous (EZ-IO) Access in the Humeral Head of ...

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Intraosseous (EZ-IO) Access in the Humeral Head of an adult


Rule of 45s:
- 45mm needle
- 45° angle between shoulder & head
- 45° to anterior plane
Benefits vs tibia:
- Meds from syringe -> R atrium in 3 sec
- Flow of 5L/hour (vs 1L/hour)
- Can be used with pelvic/abdo trauma
- Less pain in conscious pt


#Management #IOAccess #EZIO #Intraosseous #Humerus #Procedure #Line #Placement #Instructions #Nursing

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