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  • Emergent temporary vascular access during cardiopulmonary resuscitation or during the treatment of uncompensated shock when unable to insert an intravenous line.

  
  

  • Volume resuscitation.

  
  

  • Administration of blood and blood products.

  
  

  • Administration of fluids and electrolytes.

  
  

  • Administration of medications.

  
  

  • Infusion of inotropes and pressors.

  
  

  • Sampling of blood and bone marrow.

Absolute

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  • Do not insert in a recently fractured bone.

  
  

  • Do not insert through an infected site.

  
  

  • Osteogenesis imperfecta.

  
  

  • Osteopetrosis.

Relative

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  • Osteoporosis or osteopenia.

  
  

  • Cystic bones.

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  • Intraosseous needle (18 or 20 gauge) or bone marrow aspiration needle.

  
  

  • Povidone, chlorhexidine, and alcohol wipes.

  
  

  • Gauze.

  
  

  • Tape.

  
  

  • Extension tubing.

  
  

  • T-connector.

  
  

  • Syringe.

  
  

  • Gloves.

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  • Infection.

  
  

  • Injury to growth plate.

  
  

  • Bone fracture.

  
  

  • Hematoma.

  
  

  • Extravasation.

  
  

  • Compartment syndrome.

  
  

  • Severe vasoconstriction if vasoactive substances extravasate.