Neonatal PICC Insertion Class

Neonatal PICC Insertion Class 

(this class is intended to fulfill the didactic and practical components of instruction for insertion, use, care, and maintenance of extended dwell peripheral catheters.)

Instructor: Darcy Doellman from Cincinnati Children's Hospital

Each participant needs to bring an introducer, PICC, and insertion tray to use. If you have difficulty with this, please contact floridagulfvan@yahoo.com. 

Sponsored by Argon

8 CEUs provided by Argon

1. Define the terms of midline and PICC catheters

2. List characteristics of fluids that are appropriate from administration via midline and PICC catheters

3. Discuss appropriate patient assessment and preparation prior to insertion

4. Identify veins in the antecubital region appropriate for insertion

5. List considerations critical to appropriate device selection

6. Discuss pertinent infection control measures related to catheter insertion

7. Demonstrate one appropriate catheter insertion utilizing sterile technique

8. Describe appropriate catheter care and maintenance techniques

Lunch will be provided.