Question

What is a potential complication during the insertion of any central venous pressure line, especially a subclavian line?

1) Pneumothorax
2) Hemothorax
3) Pulmonary embolism
4) Cardiac tamponade

Answer 1

A potential complication during the insertion of any central venous pressure line, especially a subclavian line, is pneumothorax.

Step-by-step explanation:

A potential complication during the insertion of any central venous pressure line, especially a subclavian line, is pneumothorax.

Pneumothorax is when an excessive amount of air is present in the thoracic cavity, outside of the lungs, which interferes with venous return, pulmonary function, and delivery of oxygen to the tissues.

Other complications, such as hemothorax, pulmonary embolism, and cardiac tamponade, are also possible but not as common as pneumothorax.