YouTube as a learning tool to access implanted vascular ports
“There was considerable variability in the utility and value of the videos reviewed. Some videos were very informative and instructional,
Impact of online or blended learning vs. face-to-face learning of clinical skills
“The available evidence suggests that online learning for teaching clinical skills is no less effective than traditional means.”
Thiamine deficiency as a cause of hyperlactatemia in parenteral nutrition patients
“This case report provides a recent example of the potential danger of rationing parenteral multivitamins in chronically
Frequency of CHG bathing to reduce central venous catheter infections
“The aim of this study was to determine the efficacy of weekly whole-body douche with CHG shower gel on rates of HA-
Teaching central line placement using a perfused human cadaveric model
“The purpose of this article is to present a unique training model using a perfused human cadaver for central line
Do endogenous prothrombotic conditions increase CVC related DVT
“Study objective was to assess whether endogenous prothrombotic conditions contribute to the risk of CVL-related
Citrate versus heparin for apheresis catheter locks
“Based on the findings of our study, we conclude that citrate and heparin locks have similar efficacy in maintaining
Systematic review assesses efficacy of heparin to lock central venous catheters
“The aim of this systematic review was to assess the efficacy of heparin flushing in the lock of central venous catheters.” Dal
Pyoderma gangrenosum: an exceptional complication of venous access device
“We present a case of very significant local presentation of PG after placement of a venous access device. Fifteen days after
The safety of nurse compounding of elastomeric devices for 24 hour infusion
“In Australia there is often a delay from ordering to delivery of up to two to three days for a seven day supply of compounded
Thyrocervical artery – jugular fistula following internal jugular venous catheterization
“We incidentally detected a thyrocervical artery – jugular fistula in a patient on maintenance hemodialysis.” Zachariah et al
Variation in charges for 10 common blood tests in California hospitals
“We conducted a cross-sectional analysis of the degree of charge variation between hospitals for 10 common blood tests using
Preanalytical errors associated with IV drug administration and blood sampling
“This article describes aspects of intravenous (i.v.) drug administration and blood sampling that contribute to potential sources
Article examines sepsis outside the intensive care unit
“We analyzed clinical trials on novel tools for an early diagnosis of sepsis published in the last two year adopting
Subphrenic abscess as a complication of hemodialysis catheter-related infection
“We describe an unusual case of subphrenic abscess complicating a central venous catheter infection caused by
Sustaining exercise programs in hemodialysis patients
“Building an effective exercise team, promoting the culture of exercise and increasing physical activity levels lead
Survey looks at how nurses use smart infusion pumps
“We investigated nurse perceptions of smart infusion medication pumps to provide evidence-based insights on
Five year review of peripherally inserted central catheter use in non-hospitalized cancer patients
“The aim of this prospective study was to assess the reliability and the safety of PICCs over a 5-year use in non-
Cumulative impact of periodic top-down communications on infection prevention practices
“The problem of interest in this study is the challenge of consistent implementation of evidence-based infection
Introduction of champions for better central line care
“Following five months with a sustained CLABSI rate of zero per 1,000 catheter days, the acuity adaptable critical
Efficacy of daptomycin lock therapy in the treatment of CRBSI
“Daptomycin (DPT) is an antibiotic active against Gram-positive bacteria with high bactericidal activity and good biofilm
Evidence-based criteria for directly observed hand hygiene compliance
“Hand hygiene surveillance programs that rely on direct observations of healthcare worker activity may be limited by the
Review examines the pharmacology of plasma expanders
“Current research focuses on the development of artificial oxygen carriers as plasma expanders. These substances, which
Current standards of practice in the management of shock in trauma
“Delivering trauma care, with an experienced team working in a ‘horizontal’ clinical approach and meeting key
Elevated alkaline phosphatase in infants with parenteral nutrition
“The purpose of the study was to determine the utility of serum ALP in the diagnostic criteria for PNALD by measuring
The Human Factors Analysis Classification System (HFACS) applied to health care
“This article describes the modification of the Human Factors Analysis Classification System based on James Reason’s theory of
SHEA White Paper: Data requirements for electronic surveillance
“This white paper reviews different approaches to electronic surveillance, discusses the specific data elements required for
Review of the evolution of intraosseous access in tactical settings
“In this procedural feasibility study, we assessed the ability of 26 U.S. Air Force PJs to perform HH IO placement on fresh,
Effects of intraosseous transfusion of whole blood on hemolysis and transfusion time in a swine model
“Intraosseous transfusion does not significantly increase hemolysis or transfusion time compared with IV transfusion. Clinically,
Retrospective audit of insulin infusion management in a tertiary ICU
“An audit of insulin infusion management was conducted following the institution of an insulin infusion guideline in a tertiary