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Do you encounter a lot of lines not being sutured? Central, dialysis, alines?
I did a dressing change yesterday on a trialysis that had not one suture and no securement device. No apparent reason either. I was pretty mad!
Curious what others encounter and do you have policies?
I work at a large teaching hospital. So naturally tons of residents, variable skills and techniques. I help guide them and offer advice, they are always appreciative of the help.
I just cannot believe this trialysis was left unsecured. Even if suturing was not an option because of a bleed risk, etc - could have at least used a sterile IV catheter securement device.