title: Peripheral IV Site Rotation Based on Clinical Assessment vs. Length of Time Since Insertion.
abstract: The difference in complication rates for phlebitis and infiltration between peripheral intravenous site rotation based on clinical assessment versus length of time since insertion was evaluated. Evidence was generated for a policy change that will impact the quality of patient care.
authors.forename: Julie
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Helton
authors.forename: Annette
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Hines
authors.forename: Janie
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Best
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002406:Catheterization, Peripheral / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000451:nursing* / Q000592:standards*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000592:standards*; D010689:Phlebitis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000451:nursing* / Q000517:prevention & control; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D015144:Southeastern United States; D013997:Time Factors; D055815:Young Adult