Techniques

Dressing changes can be very challenging with young patients. They can become afraid of the procedure or unable to hold as still as needed. One MMIHS mom came up with this great idea to keep her little one entertained while her central line dressing was being changed on her chest. It's purpose is two fold, the baby holds relatively still while playing and is distracted from the procedure and she also does not have to wear the face mask that frightens her because the blanket acts as a barrier between her and the sterile site.576ec7b2f02065de4925d68c