We landed back on the 29th and today we head to the hospital to get a PICC Line fit. A PICC line (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) is a long, thin, flexible tube inserted into a vein in the upper arm and guided to a large vein near the heart. It is used for delivering medications, chemotherapy, fluids, or nutrition over an extended period, reducing the need for repeated needle sticks. How is a PICC Line Inserted? A nurse or doctor numbs the upper arm and inserts the catheter into a vein. The tube is guided through the vein until it reaches a large vein near the heart. A chest X-ray confirms proper placement before use. The PICC line is secured and covered with a sterile dressing to prevent infection. The procedure to have the line fit was really quick, Tony was in and out in under 30 minutes. We entered the treatment room and the nurse explained how the line is put in and gave us some guidance on aftercare. Keep the dressing clean and dry to prevent infection. Avoid heavy ...
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