Prog Transplant
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Placement of central venous catheters by organ procurement coordinators to assist in obtaining blood samples or for measuring intravascular pressure is appropriate. Preparation for this role should include appropriate didactic instruction and supervised clinical experience. ⋯ Also, resources must be readily available to treat any complications. This discussion reviews methods for insertion of venous catheters placed in the femoral, internal jugular, or subclavian veins.