The INS Standard is #64. In it,
it states "to reduce the risk of complications, the continuous subcutaneous
access site used for medication administration should be rotated no more
frequently than every 3-5 days and as clinically indicated.
If you need more info, let me
know.
Good luck!
ann
Ann Williams RN CRNI
Infusion Specialist
Deaconess Home Services
600 Mary St.
Evansville, IN 47747
812-450-3828
812-450-4665
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2006 8:59 AM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: SQ NEEDLE
Question from our Pain Nurse as regards SQ needle for Intermitant and
Continuous infusions--Is there a national standard/guideline by INS ONS or other
organization as to maintenance of site--Specifically how long the needle can
reside in site until change is required--Package says change Q48HR but Home
Health changes QWeek--In the Hospital we have always rotated sites at the same
interval as Tubing which is Q96HR--She looking for something in print
--
Robbin K. George RN
Vascular Access Resource
Alexandria Hospital Virginia
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Robbin K. George RN
Vascular Access Resource
Alexandria Hospital Virginia
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