Date Published

March 28, 2019

Updated For

ALS PCS Version ALS PCS Version 5.2

Question:

Is it acceptable to cannulate an umbilical cord, if required, during resuscitation of the newborn?

Answer:

Umbilical cord cannulation is technically a central venous cannulation. This is outside of the scope of practice and training for paramedics, at this time.

Categories

Keywords

Neonatal Resuscitation

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