You can help protect yourself and your PICC by carefully managing the use of the catheter and reporting any potential problems as early as possible. |
Your PICC has been inserted carefully into your venous system using maximum sterile barrier precautions. To avoid potential infection or complications observe the following:
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Anyone touching the catheter should wash their hands. |
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Be sure that the clear dressing covering your PICC is dry and secure. |
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Report any pain or swelling in the PICC arm to your nurse right away. Do not assume it will go away. |
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If the catheter appears to be coming out, call your nurse right away. Do not push it back in.
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The end-cap on your PICC should be cleansed with an alcohol swab before anything is attached to it. |
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If you have any questions about the care of your PICC please visit our FAQ's or contact us. |
The goal of placing the PICC in your venous system is to provide a safe access for medication and blood sampling. Please, help your healthcare providers by actively participating in the protection of this important device.
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