Effect of cartoons on intravenous insertion pain
“This study showed that watching an animation video or a cartoon was effective in lowering children’s perceived level of pain and fear during an intravenous insertion intervention” Düzkaya et al (2021).
OPAT review identifies associated clinical benefits and service costs
“The national OPAT service proved to be a safe and effective alternative for patient management to promote patient-centred care without hospitalisation” Bugeja et al (2021).
Obesity and risk of central venous catheter-related infections
“Investigate the association between body mass index (BMI) and intravascular catheter infections in critically ill obese patients” Buetti et al (2021).
Mediastinitis associated with implantable port CLABSI – Full Text
“We describe a patient with these two complications resulting in Staphylococcus aureus mediastinitis” Rivière et al (2021).
Tissue adhesives for peripheral intravenous catheter securement
“The aim of our study was to evaluate the use of tissue adhesives alone as a means to secure PIVCs inserted in the emergency department” Lešnik et al (2021).
Venipuncture pain reduced with hand massage
“Hand massage was found to be a simple, non-pharmacologic, inexpensive, and independent nursing practice that could be used to reduce anxiety and positively affect vital signs in patients before venipuncture procedure” Erzincanli and Kasar (2021).
Patient factors associated with prescribing iron infusion
“Provision of educational tools and stewardship initiatives may help in ensuring alignment of iron prescribing with current guidelines” Brownlee et al (2021).
Use of midline catheters for collecting blood samples
“Findings indicated that blood withdrawal from one specific type of MC had low rates of hemolysis, increased dwell time, and completion of therapy” Penoyer et al (2021).
CLABSI associated with a totally implanted port – Full Text
“We report the case of an adult diabetic male with M. neoaurum bloodstream infection secondary to an infected venous-access port that had been implanted nearly six years prior for temporary chemotherapy” >Moseley and Thind (2020).
Patient experience of peripheral intravenous therapy
“This paper outlines the development of the IVT patient experience survey, and presents initial findings and the next steps to take action on the results” Cuthbertson and Ashton (2021).
Educational program using ultrasonography in vascular access
“This study illuminates the need for formal education both in academic curriculum and through simulation to improve ultrasound-guided vascular access knowledge for patient care” Kaganovskaya and Wuerz (2021).
Evaluation of an intravenous link nurse network
“One strategy to improve standards and sustain improvements in the care of vascular access devices was to develop an intravascular link nurse network” McGuire and Bagallon (2021).
Are 2% chlorhexidine wipes cost effective to reduce CLABSI
“The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of CHG wipes bath to prevent central-line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) in critically ill patients and determine if such measure is cost-saving” Feriani et al (2021).
CRBSI caused by Wickerhamomyce anomalus in a leukemic immunosuppressed patient – Full Text
“Candida bloodstream infection is the major cause of increased morbidity and mortality (20-49%) in hospitalized patients in both paediatric and adult age groups” Mehta et al (2021).
Regular surveillance reduces CRBSI risk
“The study highlights the importance of regular surveillance programs, an efficient infection control program, strict adherence to antiseptic measures and use of a rational antibiotic policy for the early diagnosis and better management of CRBSI” Pandit et al (2021).
Prevalence and incidence of underreporting of needlestick injuries
“We investigated the prevalence and characteristics of needles and sharps injuries and underreporting among hospital workers from different sectors” Bahat et al (2021).
Is vascular access method associated with CLABSI rates
Abstract: Background: Infection is the second highest cause of mortality in end-stage renal disease, with a significant proportion relating to haemodialysis (HD) vascular access-related infection (VARI). Aim: The rate and anti-microbial resistance (AMR) of all-source bloodstream infections (BSIs) in a Scottish HD cohort is reported by vascular access type. Methods: Retrospective analysis was undertaken of […]
Choosing peripherally or centrally inserted central catheters for cancer patients?
“Based on the most recent literature, we finally suggested that the choice of the CVC should depend on the clinical situation with totally implantable catheters being the preferred device for patients who need intermittent long-term and high-dose chemotherapy” Gonella et al (2021).
Tissue plasminogen activator for central venous catheter lock – Full Text
“The study aim was to establish if substitution of citrate with rt-PA for catheter lock once weekly can reduce the incidence of catheter-related blood stream infections (CR-BSI) or improve patency of tunneled haemodialysis catheters” Richtrova et al (2021).
VTE risk factors and prevention in chemotherapy patients
“Ambulatory cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy are at a substantial risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) over the course of therapy and beyond it” Prandoni et al (2021).
How to identify apheresis PowerFlow ports
“In this case review article, we identify key similarities and differences between apheresis PowerFlow ports and traditional ports” Gill et al (2021).
Outcomes of tunneled cuffed hemodialysis catheters
“Tunneled cuffed catheters (TCC) are generally used as a temporary means to provide hemodialysis (HD) until permanent arteriovenous access is established” Yaqub et al (2021).
Bedside tunnelled vascular access catheter placement
“Our objective was to develop a strategy for TDC placement at the bedside to provide effective dialysis access” Williams et al (2021).
Endoluminal dilatation to remove stuck tunneled catheter – Full Text
“Endoluminal dilatation technique is considered as the easiest and safest technique to remove hemodialysis catheter” Darwis et al (2021).
Evaluation of impulse-oscillometric extravasation prevention
“Infusion liquid extravasation occurs in up to 6% of all intensive care patients and up to 78% for neonates” Pawelzik and Backhaus (2021).
Intraosseous route For thrombolysing acute stroke patients
“IO is an established method of obtaining vascular access in children and adults in acute emergency situations. It can be used for effective thrombolysis in acute stroke patients” Banerjee et al (2021).
Gaps in infection prevention practice that cause CLABSI
“These data suggest common gaps in critical components of infection prevention and control programs. The identification of these gaps has the potential to inform targeted CAUTI and CLABSI prevention efforts” Snyder et al (2021).
Skin antisepsis systematic review and network meta-analysis
“To compare solutions with different chlorhexidine (CHG)-based concentrations and povidone-iodine (PVI) in adults with a central venous catheter (CVC) or arterial catheter and identify an association with the incidence of CRBSI” Masuyama et al (2021).
3D-printed model for simulation training in intraosseous access – Full Text
“Residents and emergency medicine physicians practising in rural Newfoundland and Labrador found the 3D-printed trainer to be a practical tool for practising intraosseous technique” Engelbrecht et al (2021).
Which is the best method of reducing venipuncture pain?
“The aim of this study was to determine the effect of the distraction cards, virtual reality and Buzzy® methods on venipuncture pain and anxiety in children aged 7-12 years” Erdogan and Aytekin Ozdemir (2021).