Central Lines
preventing hospital-acquired infections
Central Line Toolkit
Central Line Care
Central Venous Catheter
Dressing Change with
BIOPATCH®
To provide a barrier against the introduction of infectious organisms. This dressing change should be used with any catheter that provides central venous access.
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PICC Dressing Change
with BIOPATCH®
Routine maintenance of the PICC (i.e., dressing changes) will be performed by the IV team – the IV RN and/or IV technician.
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Routine Flush of Central
Venous Catheters
Please visit Partners HealthCare System Policy Manager site to view Routine Flush of Central Venous Catheter
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Blood Specimens:
Obtaining from Central
Venous Access Device
Blood sampling for laboratory testing from a central vascular access device should be considered based on an evaluation of the benefits versus risks. Benefits include avoidance of anxiety, discomfort and dissatisfaction associated with venipuncture in patients who require frequent blood tests...
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