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Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Line Flow Rates for Patients Requiring Continuous or Intermittent Administration of Medications

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RB1581-000

Question

  1. What is the safety of different "keep vein open" or continuous flow rates for infusion of medication using peripherally inserted central catheter lines?
  2. What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding the minimum flow rate for vascular lines?

Key Message

  • No evidence was identified regarding the safety of different keep vein open or continuous flow rates for infusion of medication using peripherally inserted central catheter lines.
  • No evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding the minimum flow rate for vascular lines.

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Last Updated : July 23, 2021