A new nurse is securing the connections on a new IV administration set connected to a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line with tape. Which action by the precepting nurse is most appropriate?
a. Make sure the tape being used is from a sterile IV start kit.
b. Stop the nurse and confirm that the Luer-Lok connections are tight.
c. Help the new nurse document the set change appropriately.
d. Show the new nurse how to turn back the corner of the tape for easy removal.
B
PICC line administration sets must be secured using the Luer-Lok to help prevent air emboli. Using tape is not sufficient. When starting peripheral IVs, nurses must use the tape from the sterile IV start kit when possible, instead of using tape that might be dirty. Documentation is a critical function, but it does not take priority over doing a procedure correctly, nor does showing the new nurse time- and work-saving tips.
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