Med sun mw5064071, complaint received regarding one 42383-01, intralock lipid compatible 3-way stopcock, lot# 3195717 (mfd.02/2016).Patient leaking blood out of his umbilical arterial catheter between the first and second stopcock on the transducer.Estimated blood loss of 5ml.Catheter was clamped with fingers between the insertion site and the introducer to prevent any more blood loss.The first two stopcocks on the transducer were replaced once disconnected with the patient.There was a crack noticed between the first and second stopcock on the transducer, where blood was leaking out.Patient was stable throughout event and monitored closely afterwards.Nnp and dr.Were notified and assessed patient.Orders were put in for one dose of vancomycin and to discontinue the umbilical arterial catheter.No adverse patient consequences reported.
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