Is 5 days to long for iv in the arm ?

Many hospitals will place a 3 day limit on any simple IV site, moving it to a new location. Some take the option of close monitoring and go longer. Some indwelling catheters are meant for extended use for weeks at a time. If you have questions about your local care, ask the staff.

In general, the side of an IV in a patient’s arm is changed every 1 to 2 days to avoid infection or clots in the vein