Tag Archives: Educating
Ultrasound for real time tip location
Real-time ultrasound to determine PICC tip location in neonates reduces need for radiographs Posted by IVTEAM on Jun 16, 2013 in IV Literature | No Comments Intravenous literature: Katheria, A.C., Fleming, S.E. and Kim, J.H. (2013) A randomized controlled trial of ultrasound-guided peripherally inserted central catheters
Cathflo
Important Drug Information: Some vials of Cathflo® Activase® (alteplase) have been found to contain rubber-stopper particulate matter after reconstitution. This does not impact the efficacy of Cathflo Activase, as the drug itself has not been compromised. Filtration through a 5-micron filter needle
NPSG 07.04.01
The Joint Commission E-dition on National Patient Safety Goals states: Implement evidenced-based practices to prevent central line-associated bloodstream infections. Thirteen elements of performance were released in January of 2013. Goal number 13 states: “Evaluate all central venous catheters routinely
WISVAN Meeting 4/25/13
Attended the Wisconsin Vascular Access Network quarterly meeting today. The WI chapter of AVA is a great networking media for nurses who care for patients with a Vascular Access Device. We had a guest speaker sponsored by Genentech, Lorelle
Patient Assessment
What are we needing to know to choose the right vascular access device for our patients? Our team spends a lot of time assessing the patient and their medical chart before we meet the patient. We need to know type
Needle-stick pain
I recently read an article in the Journal of Infusion Nursing, March/April 2013, that really hits home with me. Here is what it had to say: ” Many health care professionals view venipuncture, including the IV catheter insertions, as quick
