We investigated to what extent workplace affiliation explains variation of self-reported adherence to venous blood specimen collection regarding patient identification and test request handling practices,

The present results suggest that the multidisciplinary procedure is feasible, acceptable and suitable for use in children undergoing venipuncture” Yamamoto-Hanada et al (2015). Abstract: Pain

The use of automated reception and TAT management system was associated with a decrease of overall TAT and an improved workflow at the phlebotomy room”

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of catheter dwell time on risk of CLABSI” Greenberg et al (2015). Abstract: BACKGROUND AND

To compare the rates of catheter-associated bloodstream infection (CABSI) in preterm infants born at <30 weeks’ gestation who received a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) versus

The objective of the study was to reduce, by a bundle of interventions, the global bloodstream infections and catheter related bloodstream infections rates in neutropenic

The capillary blood sampling procedure can influence the quality of the sample as well as the accuracy of test results, highlighting the need for immediate,

Pneumatic tube transportation (PTT) may induce hemolysis (H) in blood samples. We aimed to compare the H degree before and after PTT implementation in our

Confidence level at last venipuncture among both profiles of healthcare staff was very high, but they showed insufficient knowledge about possible factors affecting hemolysis…” Milutinović

Changeovers from the nearly empty to the full syringe can be performed manually using the quick change technique (QC) or automatically using smart infusion pumps

The placement of a laryngeal mask airway (LMA) changes the relative positions of the common carotid artery (CCA) and right internal jugular vein (IJV), thereby

This analysis provided clear, objective evidence of communities that are currently relatively underserved by patient service centers” Baskin et al (2015). Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Approaches to

This exploratory study was designed to determine if differences in phlebotomy techniques would significantly affect the abundance of plasma proteins in an upcoming biomarker development

Intravascular foreign bodies occurrence has increased from a decade or so” Singh et al (2015). Abstract: Foreign bodies are encountered on day to day basis

Distraction by a medical clown is helpful in children undergoing blood tests or line insertion” Meiri et al (2015). Abstract: Recently, the utilization of medical

The experimental study that follows was planned to determine the effectiveness of distraction on the pain level in school-age children as they underwent venipuncture” Karakaya

Catheter malposition may both lead to fatal outcomes and ineffective dialysis. It is important to obtain chest X-rays after the procedure, particularly to detect catheter

Candida biofilm-associated infections of central venous catheters are a challenging therapeutic problem” Ghannoum et al (2015). Abstract: Candida biofilm-associated infections of central venous catheters are

These data suggest that nurse PICC teams play an integral role in PICC use at many hospitals and that use of such teams may promote

This article discusses common and rare complications associated with central venous access, as well as techniques to recognize, manage, and prevent complications” Kornbau et al

Aim of the present study was to review our experience of vascular access in Haemodialysis patients (both central venous catheters and arteriovenous fistula) and to

Properly trained nursing staff can be as equally successful as EM residents in placing US guided intravenous lines” Carter et al (2015). Abstract: Objectives: Ultrasound