Yesterday I was starting an IV on a patient to inject contrast and I had to use an 18 gauge needle. I got blood return, but I must have went through the vein, because the blood stopped. I tried to fix the problem, but it didn't work. It happened a second time later on that day. I am just wondering if there is a certain technique I can try when using a larger needle. I really don't have a problem with the smaller IV needles.
The CT tech that works with me says that it is just my nerves, because I get so anxious when I have to use a larger needle.
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