title: Subclavian catheter removal. Nursing implications to prevent air emboli.
abstract: Incorrect technique in subclavian catheter removal may result in fatal air emboli. This article discusses the pathophysiologic development and consequence of air emboli and outlines preventive nursing measures and emergency treatment.
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Thielen
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Nyquist
mesh_terms: D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000451:nursing*; D004618:Embolism, Air / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D009779:Occlusive Dressings; D013350:Subclavian Vein