HL7 V2.4 Chapter 7

• Determine the desired length of catheter by calculating 2 x weight in kg + 5cm + stump length in cms13,14,15. i.e. if infant weighs 1.5kg (1.5 x 2) + 5 = 8cm + stump • This should place the tip of the catheter above the diaphragm and outside the chambers of the heart. ................
................