Vesicant extravasation from an implanted venous access port

Area of Science:

• Oncology nursing
• Patient safety

Background:

• Vesicant extravasation is a known risk in chemotherapy administration.
• Preventing and managing extravasation requires skilled nursing care.

Observation:

• Extravasation events can occur despite extensive nursing experience.
• The complexity of chemotherapy administration poses ongoing challenges.

Findings:

• Nurse-physician collaboration is identified as a critical factor in managing vesicant extravasation.
• Teamwork between nurses and physicians improves patient outcomes.

Implications:

• Enhanced protocols for nurse-physician communication are needed.
• Interprofessional training may reduce the incidence of extravasation.
• Focusing on collaborative care models can improve patient safety in oncology.