Recovery

Step-by-Step: Caring for your IV Catheter at Home

Choose a preferred language

Step-by-Step: Caring for your IV Catheter at Home

© The Wellness Network
stethoscope icon

Personalized care starts with the right provider

Search by specialty, location, and more.

FIND A DOCTOR
Related Articles
Read article
Surgery
How to Change Your Surgical Drain Dressings

Learn how to properly change your surgical dressings in order to prevent infection and keep your surgical drain healthy.

Read article
Surgery
Having Your Urinary Catheter Removed

Learn that your catheter will be removed by your healthcare provider at the appropriate time and how to care for yourself after its removal.

Read article
Surgery
Having Your Surgical Drain Removed

Understand the factors that go into consideration when your healthcare provider decides when to remove your surgical drain.

Read article
Surgery
What is a Discharge Plan?

Learn the importance of receiving and understanding the instructions you should follow after you leave the hospital.

Powered by

WebMD Ignite

Copyright © 2025 WebMD Ignite except where otherwise noted.

These resources and their content are provided by a third party for informational purposes and do not necessarily reflect the values and positions of Ascension, its ministries, or its subsidiaries.

About

Terms of Use

Privacy Policy

Disclaimer

NCQA Certified
URAC Certified