First-stick insertion: impact of BD Instaflash™ needle technology
Peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) first-stick insertion success can be difficult to achieve even for experienced vascular access professionals1. First-stick insertion…
Difficult IV access: Is ultrasound-guided cannulation the answer?
Many healthcare professionals may recognise the common scenario of peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter insertion on a patient with difficult intravenous…
Extravasation injury claims cost NHS £15.6 million
When any form of liquid accidentally leaks from a vein into surrounding tissues, it can cause serious harm to patients1.…
What’s new in U.K. Vessel Health and Preservation 2020?
Cannulation decisions are frequently made by less experienced healthcare professionals (HCPs)1. Intravenous (IV) complications are costly to both the patient…
How can vascular access affect patient satisfaction in hospitals?
A patient’s experience with vascular access can influence their perception of their overall hospital stay and satisfaction with their healthcare…
How to improve the reliability of healthcare, from Sir David Dalton
“The average hospital in Europe will experience the same number of deaths from avoidable and unsafe events as a double…
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