How should patients be instructed to care for the PICC line?
How should patients be instructed to care for the PICC line?
Flush the catheter frequently (after each use and every 12 hours) with 10 mL of saline followed by 2 mL of heparin (100 U/mL) in each lumen.
Change the dressing frequently.
Keep the line clamped and capped.
Seek medical attention if problems develop.