However, more often there is a gap between laboratory and phlebotomist that causes misunderstandings and burdens on patient safety” Ialongo and Bernardini (2016). Abstract: The

The vapocoolant significantly decreased venipuncture pain in adults compared with placebo and was well tolerated with minor adverse effects that resolved quickly” Mace (2016). Abstract:

This study compared the effects of vasopressin via tibial intraosseous (IO) and intravenous (IV) routes on maximum plasma concentration (Cmax), the time to maximum concentration

This project demonstrates that our educational intervention improved awareness of the need to administer the entire antibiotic dose and adherence to the use of secondary

To evaluate outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) in the hospital-at-home (HaH) model, using data from a Spanish registry” Mirón-Rubio et al (2016). Abstract: AIM: To

We report a case of a patient presenting for carotid body tumor excision in whom the central venous catheter was malpositioned who was found to

We have come a long way in improving patient outcomes in the areas of catheter-related bloodstream infections and deep vein thrombosis prevention” Brazens (2016). Abstract:

 Seven years later, I was diagnosed with chronic neurologic Lyme disease and coinfections of Babesia and Bartonella” Levy (2016). Abstract: I was told that I

One of the most common complications of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) is loss of line patency due to platelet adhesion to the device”

As a result of Beal’s efforts, researchers all over the world are taking action against predatory journals” Dadkhah (2016). Abstract: In recent years, the academic world

Based on these findings, the facility determined that EKG guidance is effective and its use was implemented for all bedside PICC placements in which a

We describe how EHR technology can be used to support quality improvement initiatives in vascular access practice and its related research and explore the importance

This article highlights health care in Romania, which is predominantly in the public sector, under the auspices of the Ministry of Health (MoH)” Hale (2016).

Aluminum toxicity is associated with anemia, impaired bone metabolism, neurologic defects, and parenteral nutrition (PN)–associated liver disease” Hall et al (2016). Abstract: Background: Aluminum toxicity

Evidence is strongest for the use of simulation and competency-based paradigms in teaching procedures, and these approaches should be the mainstay of programmes that train

Development of novel manufacturing methods may achieve safe 20% PFO parenteral emulsions, but by established formulation methods, these emulsions were clinically suboptimal despite meeting pharmacopeial

This article summarizes drug properties frequently used for intravenous anaesthetic induction” Medlock and Pandit (2016). Abstract: This article summarizes drug properties frequently used for intravenous

This implementation guide is designed to provide basic information regarding the prevention of central line-associated bloodstream infection that is applicable for use by all infection preventionists

To identify the frequency of and risk factors associated with complications necessitating removal of the peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) in patients receiving outpatient parenteral

This review will focus on the etiology, prevention, and management of CVC-related dysfunction, which is mainly associated with inadequate blood flow” Gallieni et al (2016).

We report our decennial experience with 1161 newly-placed long-term central venous catheters inserted in 919 hematology-oncology patients for a total of 413,901 CVC-days of observation”

Antibiotic-impregnated central venous catheters significantly reduced the risk of bloodstream infections compared with standard and heparin central venous catheters” Gilbert et al (2016). Abstract: BACKGROUND: