Why not use the PICC for the blood draw?
As soon as you get the test results back from the culture you have the okay to insert the picc line.
A peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) can be used for blood sampling. The FDA has approved certain types of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC line) for power injections.
No as a PICC goes into a blood vessel and any foreign object could be fatal.
yes
There is not a PICC line with an inflated balloon for placement.
PICC Line requires heparinization how often
Yes. Keep your picc covered and make sure to wash your hands.
No
infection
no
No