Posted: August 16th, 2017

Which of the following venous access devices can be used for no more than 30 days in patients requiring parenteral nutrition?

Which of the following venous access devices can be used for no more than 30 days in patients requiring parenteral nutrition?
a) Non-tunneled catheter
The subclavian vein is the most common vessel used because the subclavian area provides a stable insertion site to which the catheter can be anchored, allows the patient freedom of movement, and provides easy access to the dressing site.
b) Peripherally-inserted central catheter (PICC)
PICC lines may be used for intermediate terms (3-12 months).
c) Tunneled catheters
Tunneled central catheters are for long-term use and may remain in place for many years.
d) Implanted ports
Implanted ports are devices also used for long term home IV therapy (eg, Port A Cath, Mediport, Hickman Port, P.A.S. Port).