The patient is expected to require intravenous therapy for several years as treatment for a chronic disease process.Which of the following would be the best choice for venous access in this patient?
A)Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)
B)Nontunneled percutaneous central venous catheter
C)Subcutaneous implanted port
D)Peripheral IV

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Implanted infusion ports are used for long-term and complex intravenous (IV)infusion therapy.When not in use,no external catheter is present,and port manufacturers recommend that the port be heparinized every 4 weeks to maintain patency.No other care is required for an unused port.PICCs provide alternative IV access when the patient requires intermediate-length venous access (greater than 7 days to several months).These catheters are used for shorter placements (e.g. ,5 to 10 days).Use of peripheral IV therapy increases the risk for patients to develop infection,vein sclerosis,phlebitis,and infiltration.

The Patient Is Expected to Require Intravenous Therapy for Several