Question 1

what?is ?a picc line?

Accepted Answer

A PICC line is : A peripherally inserted central catheter and is a form of intravenous access that can be used for a prolonged period of time (e.g. For long chemotherapy regimens, extended antibiotic therapy, or total parenteral nutrition).

Question 2

how long is a picc line?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The Picc line travels from the point of insertion to the mid chest, so the length depends on the size of the person and the site of entry.

Question 3

what does contraindication mean?

Accepted Answer

Contraindication: It means something shouldn't be taken or done.

Question 4

can you swim with a picc line in?

Accepted Answer

Not good to do. : High risk of infection!

Question 5

what does no contraindication mean?

Accepted Answer

Contraindication: A contraindication is a condition or factor that serves as a reason to withhold a specific form of medical therapy. A contraindication can be absolute, such as refraining from treating viral infections in children and teens with aspirin. A contraindication may also be relative, in which case the potential benefits of therapy may outweight the risks.

Question 6

is the picc line a risky thing to do?

Accepted Answer

Safety of PICC line: Peripherally inserted central venous catheter (picc) is safe when it is inserted by an experienced operator. An x-ray should always be done to confirm proper location of a picc. Rarely, a  catheter may be inserted into an artery instead of a vein in an infant and major complications may develop. There is also a small risk infection if the catheter stays in place for many weeks.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: picc line?

Accepted Answer

IV: A picc line is a peripherally inserted central catheter.  It is a long IV that is typically placed in a large vein in the upper arm.  The tip of the catheter usually ends in the junction between a large vein (superior vena cava) and the upper chamber of the heart on the right side (right atrium).  Picc lines are necessary for administering certain medications and allow for blood draws.

Question 8

why is asthma a contraindication for ketoralac?

Accepted Answer

Some have problems: A subset of asthmatics have Aspirin sensitive asthma.  If you have never had a problem with Aspirin or Ibuprofen making your asthma worse it is probably safe.  Aspirin sensitivity should be tested for and, if present, the usual treatment is desensitization plus daily, high dose aspirin.  See your allergist or pulmonologist for more details.

Question 9

can i smoke weed with a picc line?

Accepted Answer

: You need to provide information about why you have a picc line before any answer can be provided. It matters.

Question 10

what if a patient rips out his picc line?

Accepted Answer

Replace if needed: Unless a person injures themselves by tearing the skin or superficial vein, and as long as the person did not break off a portion of the catheter leaving some of it internally, then nothing. Cost & time & small risks of replacing it if it is still needed.

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