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Caring for an Implanted Port Lab (Instructor Led)


The optional lab takes place at Pediatric Home Service in Roseville, Minnesota. Please email PHSUniversity@pediatrichomeservice.com to schedule a time if you are interested in enrolling.


This hands-on lab is a supplement to the online learning Caring for an Implanted Port course. You must complete the course before you can take the lab. Participants will have the opportunity to practice

  • Palpation of an implanted port to locate the septum
  • Accessing an implanted port using sterile technique
  • Flushing an implanted port
  • Deaccessing an implanted port
  • Troubleshooting techniques

NOTE: This is not a skills competency. Each employer is responsible for ensuring their staff’s competence.

  • This is a one hour lab, limited to four people.
  • Please come prepared to do a return demonstrations of course content including skills identified in the list below.
  • Lab starts on time. If you cannot be on time for the lab, please reschedule for another session.