PICC Line Teaching 2235
Instructed patient what are some of the benefits of the care wear PICC line cover. The unique mesh window provides an
innovative way to allow patients and caretakers to view the site and check for infection and leakage. The innovative designs .
and colors allow for patients to get back to living their lives. Skilled nurse instructed care giver in medication management review and update medication schedule, specially new or changed medications (action side effects, adverse reactions) and complications.
Reviewed March 2018
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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