Nurses Peripheral Intravenous Catheter Flushing Practices: An Evidence- based Implication for Oncology Nursing Prcatice

Abstract

The cancer patients receives chemotherapy, infusions and transfusions as part of their treatment process and there the implication of techniques will make the importance. In most healthcare settings, short Peripheral Intravenous Catheters (PIVCs) are a critical tool in the delivery of patient care. The flushing technique is a common practice that should allow to maintain the patency of the catheter and reduce the risk of aforementioned complications. Taking into the consideration of the importance of flushing practices in reducing the PIVC related complications, this study shows a high percentage of nurses that perform intravenous line flushing as their routine practice.