Does a Patient Have to Be in Bed to Pull a PICC? Understanding the Right Position
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According to one advisory, a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) removal carries a negligible risk of symptomatic air embolism, unlike more central lines, yet many protocols still advise specific patient positioning. So, does a patient have to be in bed to pull a PICC? While a seated position with the arm below heart level can be acceptable, many healthcare protocols prefer the supine position to ensure the highest degree of safety and minimize theoretical risk.
