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Hickman catheter [hik′mən] Etymology: R. O. Hickman, American surgeon, 20th century a type of central venous catheter used for the long-term administration of substances via the venous system, such as antibiotics, total parenteral nutrition, or chemotherapeutic agents. It can be used for continuous or intermittent administration and may have either a single or a double lumen. Hickman® catheter Chronic tunneled central venous catheter Nursing An indwelling silicone elastomer device that provides long-term IV access for administering total parenteral nutrition, hyperalimentation, blood products, drugs, high-dose
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To date, GONG has produced guidelines on Hickman catheter management, port management, nbsp;tube, Foley catheter, Hickman catheter, Broviac catheter, cerebro- Pericardial tamponade and death from Hickman catheter perforation. |
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