Engelsk titel: Insertion and care of periferal venous catheters
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Författare:
Christensen M
;
Kristoffersen K
Språk: Dan
Antal referenser: 7
Dokumenttyp:
Artikel
UI-nummer: 05045888
Sammanfattning
The article investigates the use of peripheral vein catheters, complications related to their use and the causes of same. Preventive measures in the form of correct procedures relating to insertion and positioning of the catheter are mentioned, as are hand hygiene, hair removal and skin disinfection, replacement frequency of the actual catheter. The use of infusions and dressing changes are also described.
Furthermore, mention is made of additives for infusions, infusion filters and the disinfection of infusion ports. The article is supplemented with a box containing useful hints and tips regarding the use of peripheral vein catheters. The Danish national guidelines are outlined, as is the evidence on which they are based.