Which One of These Routes of Parenteral Access Is Considered

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which one of these routes of parenteral access is considered long term?

• A)Peripheral intravenous catheter
• B)Peripherally inserted central catheter
• C)Single-lumen catheter inserted into the subclavian vein
• D)Catheter inserted into the external jugular vein

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Definitions:

Placenta Previa

A pregnancy condition where the placenta covers the cervix, potentially causing complications during delivery.

Implantation

The process by which a fertilized egg attaches itself to the lining of the uterus where it can then begin to grow and develop into a fetus.

Uterine Wall

The muscular layer of the uterus, consisting of the endometrium, myometrium, and perimetrium, crucial for menstrual cycle and pregnancy.

Thymus

Bilobed lymph organ located in the inferior neck and superior mediastinum; secretes the hormone thymosin.