title: A complication of vascular access device insertion. A case study and review of subsequent legal action.
abstract: 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.
authors.affiliation: Louisiana State University, New Orleans, USA.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Schulmeister
mesh_terms: D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000451:nursing*; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D005104:Expert Testimony / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D017809:Fatal Outcome; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008318:Malpractice / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009737:Nursing Records / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D014481:United States; D014683:Vena Cava, Superior / Q000293:injuries*