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It was reported that the rn attempted to place midline catheter.It was stated that the rn removed the introducer needle, inserted the dilator/introducer sheath and attempted to remove the wire but it was stuck.The rn pulled on the wire and the end broke off inside the patient.The rn placed a tourniquet at top of arm and notified physician.It was stated that the rn did not try to remove the wire when the needle was in place.On 8/1/2019- additional information reported stated, "the patient was sent to the hospital and cleared and no negative out comes were had.The guidewire was frayed.".
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