Peripheral intravenous cannulation: safe insertion and removal technique.
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.
Ingram
P
P
NHS Lothian. paula.ingram@luht.scot.nhs.uk
Lavery
I
I
D001132:Arm / Q000098:blood supply; D002404:Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous