November 2021 – Vascular Access – an evidence-based approach

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GAVeCeLT 2021 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE INDICATION, SYSTEM AND MANAGEMENT OF DEVICES FOR VENOUS ACCESS.

GAVeCeLT 2021 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE INDICATION, SYSTEM AND MANAGEMENT OF DEVICES FOR VENOUS ACCESS by Mauro Pittiruti and Giancarlo Scoppettuolo.

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PICC reduces phlebitis rates November 27, 2021
"PICC use reduced the incidence of phlebitis when compared to patients with peripheral venous access" Silva et al (2021).
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Peripheral IV fixation in pediatric patients November 27, 2021
"It is suggested that guidelines for PIVC fixation in pediatric patients be formulated and that training on PIVC fixation in pediatric patients be provided for pediatric nurses in an effort to raise the pass rate in terms of PIVC fixation in pediatric patients" Huang et al (2021).
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Community IV and challenges – Free Webinar November 27, 2021
"The IPS IV Forum invites you to join our webinar ‘Community IV and challenges’ with speakers Pam Kang, OPAT Pharmacist, The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust and Ruth Wynn, Citywide Matron MCR IV Teams, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust" IPS IV Forum (2021).
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Medical clowning to reduce procedural anxiety and pain November 27, 2021
"The use of distractions via medical clowns and soap bubbles was an effective nonpharmacological method of reducing anxiety and perceived pain in children undergoing invasive medical procedures" Javed et al (2021).
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Transporting blood components through a pneumatic tube system November 27, 2021
"The PTS was considered a fast, safe and reliable means of transportation for blood components, also securing quality prerequisites" Garcia et al (2021).
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