What type of devices will be sutured in place?

What type of devices will be sutured in place?

• A. Tunneled devices
• B. Non-tunneled devices
• C. Implantable ports
• D. Peripheral IV lines

Answer: (B)

The correct answer is that non-tunneled devices are typically sutured in place. Non-tunneled central venous catheters are designed for short-term access and are often inserted directly through the skin into a central vein. Because they are not tunneled beneath the skin and can be subject to movement or displacement, they require suturing to secure them in position and minimize the risk of complications, such as dislodgement or infection. In contrast, tunneled devices are designed for long-term access and have a portion that is placed beneath the skin before entering the vein, which reduces the need for suturing since they are more stable after placement. Implantable ports are also designed for long-term use but are accessed through the skin, and they do not require suturing because of their secure, implanted nature. Peripheral IV lines are typically not sutured either, as they can be stabilized using adhesive devices, making suturing unnecessary.

The correct answer is that non-tunneled devices are typically sutured in place. Non-tunneled central venous catheters are designed for short-term access and are often inserted directly through the skin into a central vein. Because they are not tunneled beneath the skin and can be subject to movement or displacement, they require suturing to secure them in position and minimize the risk of complications, such as dislodgement or infection.

In contrast, tunneled devices are designed for long-term access and have a portion that is placed beneath the skin before entering the vein, which reduces the need for suturing since they are more stable after placement. Implantable ports are also designed for long-term use but are accessed through the skin, and they do not require suturing because of their secure, implanted nature. Peripheral IV lines are typically not sutured either, as they can be stabilized using adhesive devices, making suturing unnecessary.