Background. Inserting peripheral intravenous (PIV) lines into often dehydrated, typically irritable, and universally uncooperative small children is an everyday task for many pediatric nurses. Success ...
Ultrasound can improve insertion success for vascular access devices, but proper aseptic technique is critical Aseptic Non Touch Technique (ANTT) is becoming the global standard for safety UltraDrape ...
HARTWELL, Georgia. – A new study from PICC Excellence shows that standardizing ultrasound-guided PIV insertions in a hospital setting using an innovative sterile barrier dressing reduced costs by 73% ...