You are caring for a 64 yo female with sepsis. She is hypotensive and you would like to place a central line using ultrasound guidance. Which of the following is not an absolute contraindication to performing the procedure?
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As you place the US probe over the patient's neck in preparation for the procedure you attempt to identify the internal jugular vein. Knowing the neck can occasionally have variable anatomy, what is the typical location and appearance of the IJ?
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You are having trouble identifying the IJ and are concerned that the patient's volume status is the cause. What is your next step to improve visualization of the IJ?