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Infusion therapy part one: minimising the risks

09 April 2008

Nursing Standard

CPD

The role of the nurse in infusion therapy has evolved with advances in vascular access technology and the variety of infusion devices available. With increasing...

Vascular device occlusion: causes, prevention and management

06 July 2011

Nursing Standard

Learning Zone

An increased requirement for vascular access to deliver therapies and treatments means that nurses need to have the knowledge and skills to insert vascular access...

Vascular access devices: securement and dressings

01 September 2010

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

Many patients admitted to hospital will require a vascular access device (VAD). Insertion of VADs is often viewed as a routine procedure, with little attention given...

Infusion therapy part two: prevention and management of complications

16 April 2008

Nursing Standard

CPD

In the second of two articles, the author identifies common complications associated with intravenous (IV) therapy and discusses preventive measures. Part one,...

Correct use of chlorhexidine in intravenous practice

28 October 2009

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article reviews the routes by which microorganisms may contaminate vascular access devices, and examines the role of chlorhexidine in the prevention of...

Intraosseous access and adults in the emergency department

03 August 2011

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article examines the use of the intraosseous route for obtaining vascular access in adults. It discusses indications for intraosseous access, the techniques and...

Intravenous therapy in older patients

09 October 2013

Nursing Standard

CPD

Intravenous therapy is available in a variety of settings and for patients of all ages. Therefore, it is essential that nurses have the clinical knowledge and...

Using the Vessel Health and Preservation framework to enhance vein assessment and vascular access device selection

12 July 2017

Nursing Standard

CPD

There is a range of risk factors that can lead to peripheral intravenous (IV) cannula failure, and several failed cannulation attempts can result in the patient...