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Taking care of a Midline peripheral venous catheter

To enable you to receive various treatments, a catheter has been inserted into one of the veins of your arm. Here is how to take care of it to keep it in good condition.

Treatments and surgical operations , General

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Taking care of a Midline peripheral venous catheter

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Quitting smoking during my hospital stay

Relaxation For Better Stress Management

Advance medical directives (AMD)

Returning home after a sedation with or without analgesic