Site care, dressing protection, and keeping the area clean and dry, with return demonstration.
Flushing and locking technique where the patient or caregiver participates, with return demonstration.
Signs of infection, occlusion, and dislodgement and exactly what to do and whom to call for each.
What to do if the device is pulled or dislodged — including clamping and applying pressure for a central line and not reinserting a feeding tube blindly.
Feeding or infusion administration, pump use, and storage and handling of solutions where applicable.
When to call the agency versus when to activate EMS (e.g. sudden shortness of breath during line use, a dislodged central line).
