title: Peripheral intravenous cannulation: safe insertion and removal technique.
abstract: The aim of this article is to reinforce good practice in insertion and removal techniques for peripheral intravenous cannulation. The article is intended as a practical guide. It is important that staff receive adequate education and training to undertake this skill competently, and also that they maintain competence in practice.
authors.affiliation: NHS Lothian. paula.ingram@luht.scot.nhs.uk
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Ingram
authors.forename: I
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Lavery
mesh_terms: D001132:Arm / Q000098:blood supply; D002404:Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous