title: Practical and professional aspects of i.v. therapy.
abstract: The basic principles of good i.v. practice provide a firm foundation for the continued expansion of i.v. therapy. Nurses must be aware of the professional documents that underpin nursing practice, and how these relate to i.v. therapy. Nurses must understand the legal implications of care delivery and ensure they have the necessary knowledge to expand their practice safely.
authors.affiliation: ITU, Harefield Hospital NHS Trust, Middlesex.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Scales
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000451:nursing*