brent_25

LOL - that is probably the funniest reply I've seen yet.

Sent you an email

Hey there - send me a PM - I can help you with this - I moved from Canada (Vancouver) to NYC 3 years ago and I am familiar with the process. I can't promise I will have all the answers but I'm sure I still help. A lot to write - easier to pm. Brent.

As previously mentioned - a midline catheter is a peripheral IV (ie not a central line). The tip (or end - where the medication infuses) - is in the mid basilic/cephalic vein - it does not extend past the axilla. They usually are about 20cm long - and are intended for long term peripheral access (up to ~6 months)..because they are not a central line - they should be used for non-vesicant infusions and are not suitable for blood draws - if they require either of these, they should have a PICC or other CVC placed. Midlines aren't used much anymore as PICC's are becoming more abundant - PICC's usually are a better choice - longer life, more functionality etc... Brent.

1. RN - staff nurse 2. BSN 3. 9 years exp 4. Peds ER 5. NY NY 6. 79K base + 5K nights. (120K last year with OT)