The following nursing practices fall within the scope of registered nursing practice under § § 21.11 and 21.12 (relating to general functions; and venipuncture; intravenous fluids):
- (1) Introduction of percutaneous catheters for intravascular infusion of infant intensive care unit.
- (2) Insertion of angiocath into an A-V Fistula.
- (3) Changing a subclavian catheter over guidewire after it had been placed by a physician.
- (4) Removal of central venous line.
- (5) Teaching patients and families the administration of intravenous medications in the home.
Source
The provisions of this § 21.412 adopted February 20, 1987, effective February 21, 1987, 17 Pa.B. 811.