Timing of IV line changes

[kalamazoo]

Does anyone have any evidence-based information on when IV lines should be changed such as the primary line, the line with lipids, and the piggyback line for infusing medications?

[JoannieO]

We change the primary line every 48 hours and the lipid and medication lines daily.

[drgeojose]

the cdc guidelines suggest changing iv lines for parenteral nutrition daily, this will still be cost beneficial

the cannula can be kept in tact for longer duration till indications arrise