Heparin Versus Normal Saline in Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Lines

A 10cc NS flush will be administered intravenously through the peripherally inserted central line catheter after administration of medication, blood products, and blood draws. In addition the peripherally inserted central line catheter will be flushed intravenously with 10cc Normal Saline every 24 hours.

All lumens of PICC line will be flushed w/ Heparin Flush every 8 hours. PICC line will be flushed with 10cc Normal Saline followed by 3cc Heparin Flush after administration of medication, blood products, or blood draws.