Preventing duplicate blood tests during transitions in care
“Postimplementation data revealed a 35% decrease of testing duplication in the patient population” Ortega and Goulding (2021).
ECG-guided PICC insertion using a catheter with a conductive tip
“This retrospective clinical study demonstrates that ECG-guided insertion of a new tip-conductive PICC is associated with a high rate of first-attempt success and low rate of catheter related complications” Yin et al (2021).
Association between double-checking and medication errors – Full Text
“Primed double-checking was highly prevalent but compared with single-checking conferred no benefit in terms of reduced errors or severity” Westbrook et al (2021).
Overview of COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine administration in the UK
“This article provides an overview of current COVID-19 vaccines available within the UK, including their mode of action, storage and handling” Gordon et al (2021).
Implementing smart phlebotomy ordering practices
“The topic of phlebotomy reduction to benefit patient care has been tirelessly described in the literature under different optimizations” Onuska (2021).
Persistent left superior vena cava mimicking aortic CVC placement
“Care should be taken in patients identified with persistent left superior vena cava to prevent complications in future procedures” Trostler and Planinsic (2021).
Nurse and pharmacist knowledge of IV smart pump systems
“The results of this study identify a substantial lack of knowledge among frontline clinicians regarding manufacturer recommendations for accurate IV administration of primary and secondary infusions for head height differential infusion systems” Giuliano and Blake (2021).
Reducing inappropriate blood testing in haematology patients – Full Text
“Our aim was to reduce the number of inappropriate blood tests performed on haematology inpatient wards” Fisher et al (2021).
Accidental CVC removal principal complication during COVID-19
“CRT, CRBSI, and accidental removal are significantly more frequent in COVID-19 patients. Accidental removals are the principal complication, for this reason, the use of subcutaneously anchored securement is recommended for a shorter period than usual” Antonio et al (2021).
Prevention of posterior wall puncture with a self-made needle block
“Thus, the aim of this article is to describe how a self-made needle block constructed with materials present in a central line kit” Nelson et al (2021).
Zydus Pharmaceuticals issues recall of acyclovir sodium injection – Full Alert
“Pennington, NJ, Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. is voluntarily recalling four lots of Acyclovir Sodium Injection, 50 mg/mL, 10 mL and 20 mL vials, to the Hospital/User level after receiving several complaints of crystallization in vials” FDA (2021).
BD expands ChloraPrep 3ml voluntary recall to include all US states
“Expanded voluntary recall that was initiated on June 23, 2020 for specified catalog numbers of the ChloraPrep™ 3 mL applicator due to possible fungal contamination under certain environmental conditions” FDA (2021).
Development of new formula to predict PICC length
“This study suggests new formulas to predict the appropriate PICC length for bedside insertion using previous AP-CXRs” Park et al (2021).
Impact of open versus closed catheter access system – Full Text
“Luer access split septum connectors along with appropriate training of the nursing personals decrease CRBSI” Kaur et al (2020).
Prevention of PICC associated CLABSI in chemotherapy patients
“Improve the level of nursing care in peripheral venous catheterization (PICC) with improved patient satisfaction” Zhang et al (2021).
Central line associated candidemia with septic pulmonary embolism
“The treatment duration for candidemia with septic pulmonary embolism should be determined based on the clearance of fungus” Okuno et al (2020).
Managing a CLABSI infection due to Citrobacter braakii
“We report our experience managing a central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) due to C. braakii” Tollkuci et al (2021).
Prolonged flushing and locking interval for implantable ports
“This systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrates that longer flushing intervals for ports are safe” Xiong et al (2021).
Safety of hypodermoclysis in patients with cancer – Full Text
“The objective of this pilot study is to assess the effectiveness and safety of hypodermoclysis (HDC) to close the gap of treatment for home-based palliative patients with cancer” Adem et al (2021).
Fragmented angiocatheter during central venous cannulation
“We experienced a rare CVC complication with fragmentation of the angiocatheter at its hub during central venous cannulation” John et al (2021).
Needlestick Injuries associated with COVID-19 vaccinations – Full Text
“Roll out COVID-19 vaccination programs, while maintaining careful focus on preventing sharps injuries and blood exposure” Persaud and Mitchell (2021).
Machine learning to identify insulin pump infusion site failures
“On the considered dataset, the proposed algorithm showed the potential to improve the safety of patients treated with sensor-augmented pump systems” Meneghetti et al (2021).
Review of new evidence-based strategies for zero CLABSI
“This article aims to review new evidence-based strategies to reduce catheter insertion-related infection” María et al (2021).
Remote OPAT prescription review by infectious diseases specialist – Full Text
“Outpatient antimicrobial stewardship, through remote assessment by an ID specialist, was effective and safe in the OPAT setting” Cassettari et al (2021).
Guidelines for peripherally inserted central catheter in neonates
“Based on the current evidence in China and overseas, the operation and management guidelines for PICC in neonates were developed” vidence-Based Medicine Group, Neonatologist Society, Chinese Medical Doctor Association (2021).
Comparison of intraosseous access and central venous catheterization
“IO access is a safe, rapid, and effective technique for gaining vascular access in critically ill adults with inaccessible peripheral veins in the emergency departments” Liu et al (2021).
Association of vitamin-D level with catheter-related-thrombosis
“The results indicated that in hemodialysis patients without the history of cancer or high blood pressure, vitamin-D had a significant impact on catheter related thrombosis” Rahimi et al (2021).
YouTube as a learning resource for central line insertion
“The gold standard video by NEJM had 320,580 views and was rated highest by both the experts and learners (4.37/5 vs 4.28/5, P = 0.518)” King et al (2021).
Continuous infusion of antibiotics using elastomeric pumps – Full Text
“This program represents very important economic savings for the health system, and the effectiveness of the antibiotic treatment has not been compromised” García-Queiruga et al (2021).
Impact of a dedicated nurse for the prevention of CLABSI
“The outcome resulted in an over 50% reduction in the CLABSI rate and permanent adoption of the DCP-RN role in the NICU” Curry et al (2021).