A 5-year-old child is hospitalized with osteomyelitis and will be going home in the next few days on intravenous (IV) antibiotics. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A.
Ensure that a valid permit for a PICC line is on the chart.
B.
Locate a pharmacy that will supply the IV medications.
C.
Research the patient's insurance for home infusion coverage.
D.
Teach the child about a PICC line using a doll.
ANS: A
A child going home on IV antibiotics will need a PICC line inserted for home infusion therapy. The nurse should ensure that a consent for this procedure is on the chart. Researching pharmacies and infusion companies can be done by the social worker. Teaching the child with a doll is appropriate, but does not take priority over legal responsibilities.
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