broviacs-to flush or not to flush

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Just questioning how to flush a broviac catheter. I know that it's an indwelling catheter, are there lumens that extend outside of the body? What's the normal amt to flush with, and what type soltn.? Help/info greatly appreciated.;)

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bumpin'

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Specializes in Day Surgery/Infusion/ED.

What's you facility's policy?

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hey-is anyone out there?

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It looks very similar to a Hickman catheter. You need to follow your facility's policy as to how they want it flushed. You will find variances between institutions.

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