Robbin, you are correct, there are no extension sets designed to withstand a power injection of 1-5mL/sec up to 300 psi, which these injectors are capable of. The techs should be using a hub to hub connection, no extension set for the power injector. If they are hand injecting, then the extension is fine. Of course, this will mean they will need to remove and replace the extension, which they may give you push back on. Go Gators!
Chris Cavanaugh, CRNI -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2006 12:36 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Other problems with Power injection CT has approached us with this problem--Even though the PIV may be correctly located (AC) and the size appropriate to the procedure (20g plus) the short extension (ie saline lock) is made of materials not able to withstand power injection and "bulging" has been noted--Apparently at this time only one company makes a short extension approved for power injection--This seems to be an unhilighted issue that needs exposure--We do use Power PICCs and tomorrow I will survey the Techs in CT as to their practice as regards valve use--But my suspicion is that they do not remove the valve -- Robbin K. George RN Vascular Access Resource Alexandria Hospital Virginia [EMAIL PROTECTED]
