A 7-Module Course Designed for Providers of Early Care to Injured Children
Module 3: Pediatric Shock, including Vascular Access
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IO Access - Complications
Extravasation of fluids into soft tissues (avoided by aspiration of blood / marrow through the IO needle)
Avoid multiple attempts in one bone - if the posterior cortex is pierced by a previous attempt, extravasation from the puncture hole can result, despite correct IO placement at a later attempt
Infection, cellulitis, osteomyelitis are possible, but uncommon complications, particularly with temporary use
Module 3: Pediatric Shock, including Vascular Access