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[Peripheral I.V. therapy and nursing].

Yun-Chuan Chen¹, Mei-Chih Huang

¹Department of Nursing, National Cheng Kung University, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, Tainan, Taiwan, ROC.

Hu Li Za Zhi the Journal of Nursing

|June 13, 2006

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This review covers essential considerations for peripheral intravenous (I.V.) therapy, including patient assessment, extravasation prevention and management, and legal aspects. It offers practical guidance for nurses to enhance patient safety and care during I.V. therapy.

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Area of Science:

Clinical Nursing
Patient Safety
Medical Procedures

Context:

Peripheral intravenous (I.V.) therapy is a fundamental clinical procedure with ongoing discussions regarding best practices.
Effective management is crucial to minimize complications and ensure patient well-being.

Purpose:

To review and synthesize current literature on peripheral I.V. therapy.
To identify key considerations for pre-therapy evaluation, complication management, and legal aspects.

Summary:

The article details crucial aspects of peripheral I.V. therapy, including patient assessment, preventing and managing extravasation, and legal considerations.
It covers disease prevention strategies, efficacy verification, meticulous record-keeping, and guidance for handling potential litigation related to I.V. therapy.

Impact:

Provides evidence-based recommendations for nurses to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes.
Aims to enhance the safety, efficacy, and legal defensibility of peripheral I.V. therapy.