It was reported by the rn "i had attempted to place an accucath #20.I advanced the guidewire without issue, and advanced the catheter without issue as well.Once i pressed the needle release button, it would not retract.I had attempted to adjust my angle but still would not retract.I had to pull back slightly and there was resistance, but the needle finally retracted.I tried flushing the catheter and it had become dislodged after retracting the needle.This has happened about 3 times with the #20 accucath.When i pulled the catheter from the patient, it looked slightly kinked.".
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