A 56-year-old presented with bleeding from a tunnelled line exit site. On examination, you can see the cuff of the catheter exposed | Medibuddy
8th July 2024

A 56-year-old presented with bleeding from a tunnelled line exit site. On examination, you can see the cuff of the catheter exposed

A 56-year-old presented with bleeding from a tunnelled line exit site. On examination, you can see the cuff of the catheter exposed.

Observations:

Blood Pressure 145/85 mm HG
Heart Rate 80 /min
SpO2 98% on RA
Temperature 36.5 ⁰C

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