Chapter 1 - Fundamentals: Puncture (module 1.4)
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Radial approach: the essentials
Exactly where and how should you make the puncture – and what should you do if things go wrong?
In this video, Haitham Amin and Hakim Benamer look at puncture sites, needle types, different techniques and managing potential problems – including what to do if the artery disappears…
Duration: 10:56
Proctoring team: Haitham Amin and Hakim Benamer
Additional resources
At the end of this module don't forget to consult and/or download the Summary document and other available video resources.
- Fundamentals puncture.pdf
- Locale anesthesia.mp4
- Ponction with plastic needle.mp4
- Ponction with metallic needle.mp4
- Patient preparation and local anaesthesia.mp4
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