{"title":"A complication of vascular access device insertion. A case study and review of subsequent legal action.","authors":"L Schulmeister","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A patient experienced a complication of vascular access device insertion, and his family brought charges of malpractice against the nurses and physicians involved in his care. Nurses can reduce the likelihood of being named in a lawsuit by maintaining clinical competency; communicating effectively; adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care; and thoroughly documenting care.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 4","pages":"197-202"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20773841","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Developing extravasation protocols and monitoring outcomes.","authors":"D Camp-Sorrell","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Vesicant extravasation is a rare adverse reaction that occurs with vesicant chemotherapeutic agents. The result of an extravasation is distressing to the nurse and patient because significant pain, tissue necrosis, and loss of function at the site of injury can result. Although numerous studies have been conducted on vesicant management, controversies still exist concerning the optimal management procedures. However, it is clear that the most effective key to management of extravasation is prevention. Standards of practice provide the basis for preventing an extravasation, with the outcome being no occurrence of extravasation.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 4","pages":"232-9"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20775912","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Accidental occupational exposure of intravenous nurses to human immunodeficiency virus. Anticipating the consequences.","authors":"J B Meisenhelder","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This descriptive study randomly surveyed all 302 Massachusetts members of the Intravenous Nurses Society in 1991 regarding their perceptions of nine possible consequences of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection caused by accidental occupational exposure. Areas of highest concern were financial: adequacy of worker's compensation, ability of the employer to cover all healthcare costs, and job security. Nurses also were concerned about confidentiality of their HIV status and personal history jeopardizing their benefits. The i.v. nurses felt most secure in areas of their personal lives: housing and support of family and friends. Although some concerns correlated significantly with fear of contagion, others were unrelated, indicating a need for policy and attitude changes to promote comfort in working with HIV.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 4","pages":"215-20"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20773845","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The reliability of blood sampling from peripheral intravenous infusion lines. Complete blood cell counts, electrolyte panels, and survey panels.","authors":"M Mohler, Y Sato, K Bobick, L C Wise","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>To assess the accuracy of venous blood sampling obtained from peripheral intravenous infusion lines, peripheral saline locks, and by peripheral venipuncture, dual blood samples from 55 hospitalized patients were compared for test reliability. Tests included complete blood cell counts, electrolyte studies, and general survey panels. Results showed that within certain limitations, blood sampling from a wide range of peripheral indwelling devices is reliable for many routine blood tests.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 4","pages":"209-14"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20774628","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Alternate routes of administration.","authors":"V L West","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The less common methods of medication administration that used to be used only in the hospital are also now used in alternate settings. Understanding the treatment modalities, care requirements, and complications of these alternate routes of administration is important for nurses who participate in the care of patients receiving infusions. Several alternate routes of administration are discussed, with emphasis on the more commonly used methods: intra-arterial, intraspinal, intraventricular, intraperitoneal, intraosseous, and several other routes.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 4","pages":"221-31"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20773844","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Message from the chief executive officer.","authors":"M Alexander","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 4","pages":"242-53"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20773848","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Technology assessment of two needleless systems.","authors":"K A Horner","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A comprehensive technology assessment is used to compare two needleless systems. This technology assessment uses a structured framework for comparison of the Interlink Needleless System and the Clave, a one-piece i.v. needleless connector. A literature review and statistical data analysis are included.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 4","pages":"203-8"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20774627","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Use of in-line filters in pediatric intravenous therapy.","authors":"F Newall, K Ranson, J Robertson","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study arose from a need to justify the extensive use of in-line intravenous filters in an Australian pediatric teaching hospital. The incidence of septicemia was observed for two 12-month periods before and after the withdrawal of in-line i.v. filters from patients with central venous access devices. A total of 19,221 i.v. days were monitored in 88 children in two 1-year periods. No significant differences were found in the incidence of septicemia between the children who had filters fitted and those who did not. As a result, the routine fitting of filters to i.v. lines infusing fluids filtered during manufacture under a laminar flow has been discontinued with significant cost savings.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 3","pages":"166-70"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20570179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Pediatric growth hormone deficiency.","authors":"K Roulston-Betts","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Current information on the pathophysiology, diagnostic process, and treatment of growth hormone deficiency is provided. A case study is provided that shows the positive effects of growth hormone therapy on a patient and his family. Information regarding the intravenous clinician's role in administration of growth hormone and patient teaching also is included.</p>","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 3","pages":"143-7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20570254","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Indiscriminate use of intravenous hydration in dying patients.","authors":"R L Fainsinger, D deMoissac","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":77210,"journal":{"name":"Journal of intravenous nursing : the official publication of the Intravenous Nurses Society","volume":"21 3","pages":"138-9"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1998-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"20570253","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}