Visit Types

Implantable central vascular ports will be maintained as ordered; when orders do not indicate, implantable central vascular ports will be maintained as follows:
- Dressing and needle change at least every 7 days when device is in use, or
- Access, flush, and de-access performed every 4-6 weeks when device is not in use.

Teach CVC care and bag change

Administration of Cathflo for lines that are sluggish, not drawing back blood or occluded

Disconnect empty chemotherapy. Flush, Lock, & De-access CVC. Includes education on Closed System Transfer Devices.

Routine Dressing Change, Line Assessment, & Lab Draw (if ordered)

Nurse will educate patient and caregivers on enteral feeding practices in accordance with physician orders, pharmacy instructions/materials and policy guidelines.

Use of Ethanol Lock

Bedside Teach at Levine's Hospital (for Atrium HAH)

A brief walkthrough of what to expect on a home visit

Removal of PICC or Midline

These patients have undergone Bariatric surgery (i.e. Gastric Bypass and/or other weight loss surgeries) and have been discharged home. MD orders patient to receive consecutive days (typically 3) of Hydration along with prn Antiemetics.

Educate Pt (or Caregiver) to independently flush & administer Anti-infective using proper technique.

Educate Pt (or Caregiver) to independently flush line & administer TPN using proper technique.