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Peripheral venous access using devices over needles with and without extension: costs and outcomes
Antônio Fernandes Costa Lima1, Amanda Saba1, Abílio Gonçalves das Neves Filho1
1Universidade de São Paulo. São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
The device over needle with extension is more effective for peripheral venous access length, despite a higher direct cost. This finding aids in optimizing medical device selection for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Nursing Research
- Health Economics
Background:
- Peripheral venous access is crucial for patient care.
- Optimizing device selection impacts both clinical outcomes and healthcare costs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the mean direct cost and peripheral venous access length outcomes.
- Evaluate devices over needle with and without extension.
Main Methods:
- Quantitative, exploratory-descriptive research design.
- Tracking venous punctures and device lengths.
- Calculating mean direct cost based on nursing time and material expenses.
Main Results:
- Devices with extension cost $9.37 compared to $4.50 for devices without extension.
- The 'device over needle with extension' showed a lower incidence of accidental loss.
- Totaling 96 hours of stay, the extended device demonstrated better performance.
Conclusions:
- The 'device over needle with extension' is more effective for maintaining adequate peripheral venous access length.
- Despite a higher mean direct cost, the extended device offers superior clinical benefits.
- This research supports informed decisions in selecting peripheral venous access devices.
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