I was wondering if anyone had policies regarding the TKO rate for PICC's once the baby is currently on full feeds. We have a couple different methods and I am hoping to standardize the way we keep these tiny lines open including:
- 1 ml/hr on buretrol pump (with bag of fluid)
- 2 ml/hr on buretrol pump
- 1 ml/hr on syringe pump
Our theory is that with the consistent pressure on the syringe pump, the rate can be decreased. I have yet to see a PICC clot off with any of these methods, but am wondering what other NICUs are doing!
Thanks
Courtney