Please read the INS SOP #53 Catheter Associated Deep Vein Thrombosis. The standard is for you to know and evaluate risk factors. And history of thrombosis is a risk factor identified in many studies. The SOP does not directly state not to insert a PICC but there are multiple aspects including for you to consider when making this decision. Many more details in the SOP.
Please read the INS SOP #53 Catheter Associated Deep Vein Thrombosis. The standard is for you to know and evaluate risk factors. And history of thrombosis is a risk factor identified in many studies. The SOP does not directly state not to insert a PICC but there are multiple aspects including for you to consider when making this decision. Many more details in the SOP.
Lynn Hadaway, M.Ed., RN, NPD-BC, CRNI
Lynn Hadaway Associates, Inc.
PO Box 10
Milner, GA 30257
Website http://www.hadawayassociates.com
Office Phone 770-358-7861