There is not a PICC line with an inflated balloon for placement.
No. For one reason, you cannot go sublingually through a PICC line, as a PICC line would not be inserted sublingually. The most glaring issue however, is that oral morphine (which I think you are suggesting) can only be given orally. A PICC line is an intravenous route, and would therefore not be appropriate.
PICC Line requires heparinization how often
I don't know.Then NO
As soon as you get the test results back from the culture you have the okay to insert the picc line.
Yes. Keep your picc covered and make sure to wash your hands.
Based on information found in nursing forums it is agreed that either lumen can be used in a double lumen picc line for the infusion of antibiotics although it is recommended that it is advised users check with the manufacturer of the catheter before administering medication through it.
A peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) can be used for blood sampling. The FDA has approved certain types of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC line) for power injections.
infection
no
No
No