Central Line Study:

Overview: This study seeks to investigate the efficiency of central line placements in the emergency department 

Primary Endpoints: Identify eligible patients and determine which forms the Dr. should fill out
 

Eligible Patients: Any patient who is having central line placed or has had one placed recently.
 

Study Design: Prospective observational trial
 

Anticipated Benefits: none
 

Potential Risks: none
 

Research Associate’s Role: RA’s are responsible for identifying patients and noting the amount of times a placement is attempted (complete form A for every patient; complete form B for every attempt at placement, whether successful or not - separate attempts defined as 1) different physician attempting to place the line or 2) attempting to place the line at a new anatomical position)
 

Physician’s Role: Physicians will be asked to fill out forms as needed
 

Location of Study Packets: All Team Centers