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2 sty 2024 · Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are common vascular access devices inserted for adults undergoing intravenous treatment in the community setting. Individuals with a PICC report challenges understanding information and adapting to the device both practically and psychologically at home.
7 sty 2015 · The category “Feeling confident in using the PICC line” describes patients’ experiences of living with a PICC line. Patients highlighted their need for treatment and that the PICC line was a tool to enable recovery from illness and the possibility for an extended life.
28 sty 2017 · Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) are widely used for hospitalized patients and among outpatients. Despite many advantages, PICC-related complications can occur such as infection, thrombosis or mechanical complications.
1 sty 2019 · PICC has become a salient tool for critically ill adults and children, because it provides long-term intravenous access due to its different advantages, including ease of insertion, short procedure time, few complications [4, 5], reliable form of intravenous (IV) access, and high rate of patient satisfaction [6].
11 sie 2024 · A multitude of challenges arises from the growing utilisation of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), including the ability to provide timely, effective and safe insertion, which must be ensured and prioritised in patient care.
10 sty 2024 · PICCs are effective, but serious complications can occur during the line placement or while in use. This activity describes the indications, contraindications, and complications associated with PICC line placement and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in ensuring safe practice.
the approach to PICC line placement and management is the availability of resources and expertise at the hospital site. For example, if healthcare workers have suboptimal skills to place peripheral venous catheters, including midlines,5 clinicians may resort to ordering more PICCs unnecessarily to fill that void.
