Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please … Read More
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) – Insertion for patients on parenteral nutrition or intravenous fluids under the care of the nutrition team
Introduction This advice sheet has been produced to provide you with information about PICC insertion. It is not meant to replace the discussion between you and your Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). If after reading it, you require further explanation, please discuss this with the CNS from the Nutrition Team. What is a PICC? A PICC is a long thin flexible … Read More
Caring for your Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) Line for Parenteral Nutrition or Intravenous fluids
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information on your treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require any further explanation, … Read More
Home Intravenous Fluids
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. It will help you understand how home intravenous fluids (IVI) works. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team or nutrition specialist nurse, but may act as a starting point … Read More
Regional PINNT Support Group
Who are we? We are a friendly group of patients and relatives who came together in October 2013. We have artificial Nutrition either Parenteral Nutrition or Intravenous fluids at home. As a group we listen, provide support and practical advice when needed. What to expect? The group is run by the Clinical Nurse Specialists. The atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. You are … Read More
Your Guide to Distal Feeding
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your treatment. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please … Read More
Totally Implantable Venous Access Devices (TIVAD) PORT-A-Cath
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about a Port-A- Cath insertion and the ongoing care. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any … Read More
Skin Tunnelled Line placement for parenteral nutrition of intravenous fluids
Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about your procedure. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please … Read More