Background: The term “difficult intravenous access”(DIVA) is commonly used but not clearly
defined. Repeated attempts at peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) insertion can be a …

Background Most paediatric patients have at least one peripheral intravenous catheter
insertion during their hospitalisation. Despite the important function of peripheral …

Aim To improve paediatric peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) care through the
implementation of care bundles. Methods A pre–post study using mixed methods (clinical …

Objective To develop and validate a difficult intravenous access risk assessment and
escalation pathway, to increase first time intravenous insertion success in paediatrics …

Aims and objectives Explore the parent and child/young person experience of difficult
venous access and identify ideas and preferences for changes to clinical practice …

Objectives. Socially‐assistive robots (SAR) have been used to reduce pain and distress in
children in medical settings. Patients who perceive empathic treatment have increased …

Aim The aims of this study were to describe the characteristics of peripheral venous
catheters (PVC s), including dwell time and reasons for removal, and explore predictors for …

Objective Children admitted to hospital commonly require peripheral intravenous catheters
(PIVCs) for treatment. This study sought to address a gap in the literature about current …

Background Peripheral venous cannulation is considered a routine procedure, yet 50% of
first attempt insertions fail, necessitating repeat insertion attempts. Identification of children …

Purpose To examine nursing knowledge and confidence of peripheral intravenous catheter
insertion and maintenance in pediatric patients. Design and methods An online survey using …