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Case study approach to peripherally inserted central catheters
1Birmingham Heartlands Hospital.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|July 18, 2000
Summary
This case study highlights successful peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion by a nutrition nurse (NN). It emphasizes technical skill, patient satisfaction, and opportunities for advancing the NN role in parenteral nutrition care.
Area of Science:
- Medical procedures
- Nursing practice
- Parenteral nutrition
Background:
- Parenteral nutrition requires specialized venous access.
- Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are crucial for long-term intravenous therapy.
- The role of specialized nurses in device insertion is expanding.