The nurse is caring for a patient with sepsis.The plan of care for the patient is to administer antibiotics 3 times a day for 4 weeks.What device will be used to administer these antibiotics?

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A PICC line is a type of central venous device that can be introduced into a peripheral vein for administration of IV antibiotics for an extended period,over the course of several weeks.A continuous infusion would not take place if the patient received antibiotics only 3 times daily.A peripheral catheter would not be necessary or heparin locked.An implanted port catheter is intended for long-term use of venous access over months,or even years.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Sepsis