Supportive care needs of adults living with a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) at home: a qualitative content analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are common vascular access devices inserted for adults undergoing intravenous treatment in the community setting. Individuals with a PICC report challenges understanding information and adapting to the device both practically and psychologically at home. There is a lack of research investigating the supportive care needs of individuals with a PICC to inform nursing assessment and the provision of additional supports they may require to successfully adapt to life with a PICC. The aim of this study was to identify the supportive care needs of adults with cancer or infection living with a PICC at home.

Method

Qualitative, semi-structured interviews were used to identify supportive care needs of adults living with a PICC

SUBMITTER: Sharp R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10759691 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature