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Port CAP IV Teaching 2536Port CAP IVSN instructed patient do not touch or handle your port unless you need to care for it. The port is flushed to prevent the catheter from becoming blocked and medicines from mixing.Port CAP IV Teaching 2535Port CAP IVSN instructed patient the following way you can help prevent an infection wash your hands, use soap or an alcohol-based hand rub to clean your hands. Check your skin every day for signs of infection, such as pain, redness, swelling, and oozing. Contact your pr...Port CAP IV Teaching 2534Port CAP IVSN instructed patient the dressing should be kept clean and dry. You should inspect the needle site area regularly. If the Port CAP seems to have moved, or you notice swelling, bruising, redness, or tenderness, contact your nurse intermediately.