We have talked about
ports but I think that one thing that we have neglected to say is that you should never let anyone that has not been trained as a chemo nurse, access your port. If you are in you pp office or the er, don't let them use the port unless they have been properly trained. Don't be afraid to ask. It is much better than the consequences that you might suffer. If they are not trained, and you want your port used, then request a chemo nurse. There is usually one in the hopsital on each shift. But, if there is no one available, then use the veins, NOT your port.
Deb