User Manual Q&AAnswer
Feb 22, 2025 - 07:44 AM
The Teleflex PR-35541-HPSL Pressure Injectable One-Lumen PICC is a medical device used for intravenous access. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to properly insert and use it:
1. Before starting the procedure, ensure that you have read and understood the entire instruction manual provided with the product.
2. Prepare the patient by explaining the procedure and obtaining informed consent.
3. Gather all the necessary components listed in the contents section of the manual.
4. Perform hand hygiene and put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
5. Choose an appropriate insertion site, usually in the upper arm. Cleanse the site with an antiseptic solution according to your facility's protocol.
6. Administer local anesthesia to the insertion site if required.
7. Using aseptic technique, insert the introducer needle into the vein at a 30-degree angle. Advance the needle until blood return is observed.
8. Remove the stylet from the introducer needle and insert the spring-wire guide through the needle into the vein. Remove the needle while holding the guide in place.
9. Thread the dilator and the peel-away sheath over the spring-wire guide into the vein. Remove the dilator and the peel-away sheath, leaving the spring-wire guide in place.
10. Insert the tapered end of the catheter over the spring-wire guide into the vein until the catheter hub is at the insertion site.
11. Remove the spring-wire guide carefully, ensuring the catheter remains in place.
12. Flush the catheter with a saline solution to ensure proper placement and patency.
13. Secure the catheter using the provided dressing and stabilization device.
14. Connect the catheter to the appropriate infusion system or device.
15. Document the procedure, including the catheter size, insertion site, and any complications.
It is important to note that this is a general overview of the insertion process. Please refer to the detailed instructions provided in the Teleflex PR-35541-HPSL Pressure Injectable One-Lumen PICC Instruction Manual for specific guidelines and precautions.
If you have any concerns or questions during the procedure, it is recommended to consult with a healthcare professional or contact Teleflex customer support for further assistance.
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