Pre-hospital plasma in haemorrhagic shock management
Pre-hospital plasma infusion seems to reduce 24-h mortality in haemorrhagic shock patients” Coccolini ey al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Trauma-induced coagulopathy is one of the most
Balanced crystalloids versus normal saline for fluid resuscitation in critically ill patients
Among critically ill patients receiving crystalloid fluid therapy, use of a balanced crystalloid compared with normal saline did not reduce the mortality, risk of severe
CLABSI with or without MBI-LCBI subcategory classification
The healthcare-associated infection classification system is complex. Primary bloodstream infections (BSI) in patients with a central venous catheter (CVC) are defined as a laboratory-confirmed bloodstream
A peripheral and central venous catheter infection prevention knowledge and attitudes scale
The Peripheral and Central Venous Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infection Prevention Knowledge and Attitudes Scale could be used for infection prevention in the assessment of the knowledge
Providing parenteral nutrition at home has significant challenges
Providing parenteral nutrition at home has significant challenges for both patients and providers alike. Some of these challenges are systemic and are secondary to the
Dialysis catheter inadvertently perforated the left innominate vein
We report a case where during the placement of the dialysis catheter, it inadvertently perforated the left innominate vein. A potential disaster was prevented by
Standardised concentrations of morphine infusions for nurse/patient-controlled analgesia use in children
A system using pre-prepared standardized concentrations of morphine for paediatric N/PCA was implemented successfully and sustainably” Rashed et al (2019). Abstract: BACKGROUND: Standardizing concentrations of
Central line-associated bloodstream infection among children listed for liver transplantation
There is substantial risk for CLABSI among children with BA listed for liver transplantation. No clinical, demographic, or laboratory factor we tested emerged as an
Effect of a non-talking rule on the sound level in an outpatient infusion center
The aim of this naturally-occurring field experiment was to assess the influence of a non-talking rule on the actual sound level and perception of patients
How to prevent readmissions through OPAT clinics?
These results can inform potential interventions to prevent readmissions through OPAT clinic follow-up and to further assess factors associated with successful care transitions from the
Refugee dialysis is a worldwide growing dilemma with limited experience
This study with the largest number of Syrian refugees undergoing maintenance hemodialysis showed good dialysis practices, acceptable values for dialysis adequacy and biochemical parameters along
Health care workers’ attitudes towards hand hygiene monitoring technology
Automated Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID)-based hand hygiene monitoring technology has been implemented in an infectious disease department to study healthcare workers’ (HCWs) practices and improve hand
Short peripheral IV catheter performance and clinical indication removal
A bundled approach was taken, focusing on insertion as well as care and maintenance needs. Consistent outcomes included at least 20% of catheters remaining functional
Understanding the economic impact of health care-associated infections
This article describes an alternative hospital accounting framework outlining the cost of a quality model which can better incorporate the broader societal cost of HAIs
Enhancing infusion nursing knowledge of standard precautions
This article presents findings from developing and testing standard precaution case scenarios to enhance nursing knowledge” Hessels and Weaver (2019). Abstract: Standard precautions are a
Infusion nurse’s role in antibiotic stewardship
From hospital to home settings, the breadth of infusion nurse practice positions them to take principal roles in antibiotic stewardship program development across the continuum
Use of local anesthetics to relieve pain associated with intravenous cannulation
The use of local anesthetics to relieve pain associated with intravenous cannulation and arterial blood gas sampling is given low priority in many health institutions.
Impact of drug library update delays on wireless IV infusion pumps
These findings support our assumption that potential serious harm can happen when IV infusions are administered with outdated drug limit settings due to delays in
Vascular access outcome with a dedicated vascular team based approach
The objective of this study is to determine the impact of a dedicated vascular team in the early detection of complications and improvement of vascular
Methods for microbial needleless IV connector decontamination
The objective of this review was to compare the effectiveness of connector decontamination with 70% alcohol wipes, alcoholic chlorhexidine gluconate wipes, or alcohol impregnated caps
Impact of external cold and vibration and soap bubbles on phlebotomy pain
The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of the applications of external cold and vibration and blowing soap bubbles during phlebotomy in
Multicenter clinical experience of Dalbavancin use in gram-positive infections
In this real-life study dalbavancin was primarily used in off-label indications for treatment of PJI, osteomyelitis and endocarditis. Success rate was high (89%), tolerability and
Comparison of spray and cream in reducing pain of intravenous cannulation
The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of vapocoolant spray and EMLA cream in reduction of pain during venous cannulation in 6–12 years
Diagnosis of central line associated bloodstream infections
Identifying a central venous catheter (CVC) as the source of bacteremia requires drawing simultaneous blood cultures (BCs) from the CVC and peripheral site and correct
Impact of temperature variations in elastomeric pumps used in OPAT
To investigate under real-life conditions the temperature variations of antibiotic solutions contained in elastomeric pumps, and to examine under such conditions the stability of five
Septic transfusion case caused by a contaminated platelet pool
Contamination of platelet concentrates (PCs) with Staphylococcus aureus is one of the most significant ongoing transfusion safety risks in developed countries” Loza-Correa et al (2017).
Hypotensive resuscitation among trauma patients
Hypotensive resuscitation, also called permissive hypotension, is a resuscitation strategy that uses limited fluids and blood products during the early stages of treatment for hemorrhagic
Sharps injury surveillance systems reviewed in this article
The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens Standard as amended by the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act requiring the use of
How safe is premixed or standardized parenteral nutrition in newborns?
This study aims at assessing the modality of use and safety of premixed standardized PN solutions in a nationwide prospective cohort of newborns treated in
Full text publication compares PICC placement with chest X-ray and real time tip navigation
The purpose of this study was to evaluate time and cost of the Sherlock 3CG TCS and blind insertion with chest X-ray tip confirmation (BI/CXR)
Combined risk of hemodialysis catheters and cardiac implantable electronic devices
The concomitant presence of a venous HD catheter and cardiovascular implantable device creates a high-risk circumstance, with potential for causing symptomatic central venous stenosis, and
Incidence of phlebitis in patients taking peripherally infused amiodarone
Peripheral infusion of amiodarone may cause blood vessels irritation and phlebitis that is the most common complication of this drug by this route even when
Management of parenteral nutrition in critically ill patients
If accurately managed, PN can be safely provided for most critically ill patients without expecting a relevant incidence of PN-related complications” Cotogni (2017). Abstract: Artificial
Outcome of ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheters in children
The aim of this study was to examine the success rates, longevity, and complications of ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous lines (USgPIVs) placed in a pediatric emergency
Outcome of totally implantable venous access port use in children
We report our long-term follow-up results of utilization of totally implantable venous access devices for long-term chemotherapy in children” Shankar et al (2016). Abstract: Children
Vascular access for continuous venous-venous ultrafiltration in a toddler
We present a technique to facilitate exchange of a 4 Fr double-lumen central venous catheter to an 8 Fr double-lumen dialysis catheter for CVVH in
Experimental method to de-clot occluded implantable vascular access ports
We devised an experimental port model for the evaluation of mechanical TIVAP recanalization prior to its clinical application” Song et al (2017). Abstract: PURPOSE: To
What you can and cannot do with smart infusion pumps?
This article discusses what smart pumps can—and can’t—do and how nurses can avoid common safety pitfalls associated with their use” Giuliano and and Ruppel (2017).
How cost effective are subcutaneously anchored sutureless devices?
Every device must be efficient, safe and cost effective, but it is not enough to use it properly without considering the environment in which it
List of PICC-related complications in cancer patients?
To evaluate incidence and risk factors of peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)-related complications in cancer patients” Kang et al (2017). Abstract: PURPOSE: To evaluate incidence
OPAT: Osteomyelitis treatment with continuous infusion of ceftazidime
Here we describe a case of severe skull base osteomyelitis caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa with progressive palsy of cranial nerves that was successfully managed with
What is oncology nurses understanding of evidence-based IV care?
The aim of this study is to determine the knowledge levels of oncology nurses about peripheral and central venous catheter during their chemotherapy administration” Kapucu
What is your knowledge of blood culture contamination?
We developed a questionnaire to assess the knowledge and practice of nursing staff, patient care assistants, phlebotomists, and laboratory technicians regarding blood culture collection and
PICC line experience in patients with hematologic diseases
The present study demonstrated a low CRBSI incidence rate and found no evidence of serious complications with PICC placement” Hashimoto et al (2017). Abstract: Objective:
Corynebacterium striatum Bacteremia associated central line infection
The bacterium was detected from the removed central venous catheter tip too, and the patient was diagnosed with catheter-related bloodstream infection by C. striatum” Daisuke
Disability Adjusted Life Year of central-line associated bloodstream infection
CLABSI DALY was 20.44 per 1,000 inpatients, most were the result of premature death (20.42 per 1,000 inpatients). DALY can be useful to guide and
Combined biofilm dispersal agents and antibiotics extend BSI treatment options
These data indicate that combinations of biofilm dispersal agents and antibiotics may extend the therapeutic options for the treatment of S. aureus biofilm associated infections”
Correlation between biofilm production and catheter related blood stream infections
Biofilm forming capacity of yeasts colonizing the intravenous devices is considered a key factor involved in the pathogenesis of Candida catheter-related bloodstream infections (CCRBSI)” Brunetti
Tunnelling technique for peripherally inserted central catheter insertion
To describe a quick tunnelling technique for peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) insertion called the “extended subcutaneous route” technique” Elli et al (2017). Abstract: PURPOSE:
How to train for ultrasound-guided peripheral venous access
Our objective was to investigate whether training on phantoms with smaller or larger vessels would improve success rate in novice medical students learning this skill”
Is numbing spray an effective method of anaesthetising an intravenous site?
The purpose of this study was to determine if patients would perceive a numbing spray to be an effective method of anesthetizing an intravenous (IV)
Review of transfusion practices in UK intensive care units
Simple solutions such as electronic patient records that force pause for thought before blood transfusion, or prescriptions that only allow administration of a single unit