PICC Patient Education & Documentation 3

Question 1

A home care nurse is reinforcing PICC education for a patient with low health literacy. Which strategy is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Use simple language, visual aids, and repeated teach-back

Answer

Simple language, visuals, and teach-back are evidence-based strategies for patients with low health literacy.

Question 2

What must a nurse document after each PICC dressing change?

Accepted Answer

Site assessment findings, dressing type used, lot numbers, and patient tolerance

Answer

Comprehensive dressing change documentation includes site assessment, supplies used, and patient response.

Question 3

A patient reports that their PICC dressing has become wet and is peeling at the edges. What should the nurse document and teach?

Accepted Answer

The dressing must be changed immediately and the patient should always report compromised dressings

Answer

A wet or loose dressing compromises the sterile barrier and must be changed promptly to prevent infection.

Question 4

When documenting catheter tip location after PICC placement, which is the acceptable confirmed position?

Accepted Answer

Lower third of the superior vena cava at the cavoatrial junction

Answer

The PICC tip should rest at the lower third of the SVC near the cavoatrial junction for optimal flow and reduced thrombosis risk.

Question 5

A patient asks why nurses document each time they flush the PICC. What is the best response?

Accepted Answer

Documentation tracks catheter patency, confirms saline use, and supports infection surveillance

Answer

Flushing documentation supports assessment of catheter patency, verifies correct technique, and aids in infection surveillance.

(PICC) Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Certified Nurse Practice Test