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PICC line dressing changes will use sterile technique. • The initial dressing (after first 24 hours) should have a gauze dressing just above.
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Purpose
Prevent infection.
Stabilize catheter position.
Monitor site and assure catheter integrity.
Applies To
Registered Nurses Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses Other ( Identify ): _____________________________________________
Equipment/Supplies
4 alcohol swab sticks. 3 Povidone-iodine Swabstix. Skin prep packets. Sterile 2 x 2 gauze dressings. Transparent dressing.
1 pair sterile gloves. 1 pair non-sterile gloves. Masks (per agency protocol). Heparin flush 100 units per ml (2ml).
Special Considerations
PICC line dressing changes will use sterile technique. The initial dressing (after first 24 hours) should have a gauze dressing just above the insertion site to wick away any drainage. The entire hub and extension set should be covered by the dressing. If no drainage after the first 24 hours, a transparent, permeable membrane dressing will be used to prevent migration of the catheter from the exit site. Dressings must be changed more frequently for clients who are very active or perspire profusely. Dressing changes will be done weekly or per agency protocol and as needed if dressing becomes loose or soiled.
Procedure
Documentation Guidelines
Document in the clinical record: