We are trying to find literature that supports whether or not rocephin can be infused through a midline catheter. I believe it is not recommended due to the chemical properties of rocephin. I would appreciate anyones input. Thank you.
We are trying to find literature that supports whether or not rocephin can be infused through a midline catheter. I believe it is not recommended due to the chemical properties of rocephin. I would appreciate anyones input. Thank you.
pH is fine for midline - 6.6 to 6.7. Osmolarity depends on how your pharmacy is mixing it and they must provide that information to you. What is the length of therapy anticipated? Midline in large basilic vein would be acceptable as long as final osmolarity is less than 600 mOsm/liter. Lynn
Lynn Hadaway, M.Ed., RN, NPD-BC, CRNI
Lynn Hadaway Associates, Inc.
PO Box 10
Milner, GA 30257
Website http://www.hadawayassociates.com
Office Phone 770-358-7861
Thank you Lynn!
Our vascular access team changes all the picc dressings throughout the hospital and with the excep