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Prevention of Air Embolism

 Test machine prior to use to ensure that the air detector

alarm system is working effectively

 Avoid injection/solution before pre pump

 Remove air during prepare blood circuit

 Catheter insertion or removal should be in a head low

position (insertion site 5 cm below right atrium) Patient can

assist by holding their breath or doing a Valsalva maneuver

that will increase central venous pressure

 Supine position when connect and disconnect catheter