Please read the INS SOP #53 Catheter Associated Deep Vein Thrombosis. The standard is for you to know and evaluate risk factors. And history of thrombosis is a risk factor identified in many studies. The SOP does not directly state not to insert a PICC but there are multiple aspects including for you to consider when making this decision. Many more details in the SOP.
Please read the INS SOP #53 Catheter Associated Deep Vein Thrombosis. The standard is for you to know and evaluate risk factors. And history of thrombosis is a risk factor identified in many studies. The SOP does not directly state not to insert a PICC but there are multiple aspects including for you to consider when making this decision. Many more details in the SOP.
Lynn Hadaway, M.Ed., RN, CRNI
Lynn Hadaway Associates, Inc.
PO Box 10
Milner, GA 30257
Website http://www.hadawayassociates.com
Office Phone 770-358-7861