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What to expect after I get my PICC line

After getting a PICC line, kids sometimes say their arm is sore for a while, but you will be able to move your arm and play.
A person from the x-ray department will come and see you. An x-ray is a special camera that takes pictures of the inside of your body. This is just to make extra sure that your PICC line is in the right spot. The camera won't touch you, and it won't hurt. But, it may make a funny noise when it takes your picture.
Make sure that you don't get your PICC line dressing wet. If you want to take a shower or a bath, your nurse will wrap plastic around your arm to make sure it stays dry.
If the dressing looks like it is coming loose, call your nurse right away, and they can put a new dressing on it for you.

Nurse Joanne & Nurse Daphne

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