Paediatric CVAD Research: Where the Evidence Is Strong and Where Gaps Remain
18 August 2026
Study Overview

Central venous access devices are essential in paediatric care, supporting treatments such as chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition, and long-term intravenous therapy. However, comp...
Can Biosensor Monitoring Reduce Extravasation Harm in Paediatric Intensive Care?
11 August 2026
Study Overview

Extravasation injuries occur when intravenous fluid or medication leaks from a peripheral venous access device into surrounding tissue. Children in intensive care may be particul...
Every IV Fluid Decision Matters: New National Guidance for Safer Care
6 August 2026
OverviewIntravenous fluids are among the most common treatments used in acute care. While they are often essential, inappropriate initiation, monitoring or continuation can contribute to avoidable ...
Arterial Catheter Care in ICU: Where Clinical Guidelines Agree and Where Gaps Remain
4 August 2026
Study Overview

Arterial catheters are widely used in intensive care for continuous blood pressure monitoring and blood sampling. However, practices surrounding their insertion, management, and ...
Needleless Connectors: Small Devices With a Major Impact on Catheter Safety
28 July 2026
Study Overview

Needleless connectors are used across peripheral and central vascular access devices to provide needle-free access for medications, fluids, blood products, and diagnostic procedu...
Beyond Routine: How Nurses Make PICC Dressing and Securement Decisions
21 July 2026
Study Overview

PICC dressing and securement care may appear routine, but nurses make a series of complex decisions each time a dressing is applied or removed. This qualitative study explored ho...

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