21 March 2023
We are often asked if it's okay to take blood samples from a peripheral intravenous catheter (aka PIVC, cannula). In Australia, each state has a different policy, however, most allow blood...
16 March 2023
In my 19 years as a Safe Medication Practice Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC), I have seen many examples of avoidable medication harm to patients. Despite education and procedures to support best p...
7 March 2023
ESPEN, the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, has released new guidelines for Home Parenteral Nutrition (HPN).
The guidelines are freely available by following the link below....
24 June 2022
The AVAS mission is to:
“Promote and improve patient safety and clinical outcomes; develop a standard of excellence in the field of vascular access; promote the development in national sta...
