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Radiology nurse says to change a pigtail cath, a wire is put in, the old one slipped off and the new one slipped over the same wire. under xray. how is it really done?

Q: radiology nurse says to change a pigtail cath, a wire is put in, the old one slipped off and the new one slipped over the same wire. under xray. how is it really done?

: The details can vary from one patient to the next. Follow whatever procedure was taught to you by your care team. If you remain uncertain, ask them.

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The details can vary from one patient to the next. Follow whatever procedure was taught to you by your care team. If you remain uncertain, ask them.

Answered 9/13/2023

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A member asked:

Radiology nurse says to change a pigtail cath, a wire is put in, the old one slipped off and the new one slipped over the same wire. under xray. how is it really done?

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