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CVL/PICC cap change
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CVL/PICC cap change
CVL/PICC cap change
English
Other;Other(diagnostic imaging, bloodwork, picc line, procedures�.)
Child (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)
Body
Veins
Procedures
Adult (19+) Caregivers
NA
2018-11-01T04:00:00Z
Health (A-Z) - Procedure
Health A-Z
<p>If your child has a CVL/PICC, you will be taught how to change the cap before your child is discharged from hosptial. Learn the steps you need to follow for a CVL/PICC cap change. </p>
<p>Cap changes are done to reduce the risk of infection and leakage. Residue may build up in the cap or the cap may break down. Cap changes are done once a week or if you see residue or blood in the fluid pathway (the inside of the cap) or around the fluid pathway of the cap.</p>
<h2>Key points</h2><ul><li>To avoid residue build up, cap changes for CVL/PICC should be done once a week or as needed.</li><li>During a cap change procedure, everyone in the room must wear a mask, including your child.</li></ul>
<h2>Supplies you will need</h2><ul><li>Antiseptic wipes</li><li>Masks for anyone in the room during the procedure, including your child</li><li>2 sterile drapes</li><li>1 pair of sterile gloves</li><li>1 pair of clean (non-sterile) gloves</li><li>New sterile cap(s)</li><li>2 large alcohol swabs</li><li>A second person to assist in the procedure. They can help to calm and hold your child</li></ul>
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CVL/PICC cap change
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CVL/PICC cap change
CVL/PICC cap change
C
English
Other;Other(diagnostic imaging, bloodwork, picc line, procedures�.)
Child (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)
Body
Veins
Procedures
Adult (19+) Caregivers
NA
2018-11-01T04:00:00Z
Health (A-Z) - Procedure
Health A-Z
<p>If your child has a CVL/PICC, you will be taught how to change the cap before your child is discharged from hosptial. Learn the steps you need to follow for a CVL/PICC cap change. </p>
<p>Cap changes are done to reduce the risk of infection and leakage. Residue may build up in the cap or the cap may break down. Cap changes are done once a week or if you see residue or blood in the fluid pathway (the inside of the cap) or around the fluid pathway of the cap.</p>
<h2>Key points</h2><ul><li>To avoid residue build up, cap changes for CVL/PICC should be done once a week or as needed.</li><li>During a cap change procedure, everyone in the room must wear a mask, including your child.</li></ul>
<h2>Supplies you will need</h2><ul><li>Antiseptic wipes</li><li>Masks for anyone in the room during the procedure, including your child</li><li>2 sterile drapes</li><li>1 pair of sterile gloves</li><li>1 pair of clean (non-sterile) gloves</li><li>New sterile cap(s)</li><li>2 large alcohol swabs</li><li>A second person to assist in the procedure. They can help to calm and hold your child</li></ul>
CVL/PICC cap change
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