What happens after my procedure?
Your nurse will teach you how to care for your PICC.
The PICC needs to be flushed using proper technique every 8 hours and after every use.
Make sure to keep clean caps on the hubs when not using the PICC.
Keep the site and dressing dry and clean.
You may use a plastic sleeve to keep it dry while showering.
Do not swim or soak the PICC in a bath.
The dressings have to be changed once a week by a trained person.
PICCs must be removed or replaced every couple of months.
When should I call my clinician or 911?
Fever of 101°F (38.3°C) or higher
Swelling in your hand, fingers, arm, or neck
Sudden trouble breathing or shortness of breath or chest pain
Numbness or tingling on the side of the body where the PICC was placed
Bleeding
Redness and/or pain around where the PICC enters your skin