Peripheral intravenous therapy management
Nursing knowledge and practice in relation to peripheral intravenous therapy are inconsistent and variable, depending on local initiatives and clinical guidelines (
Review the indications for peripheral IVT.
Analyse common problems of IVT and discuss effective clinical management and preventive nursing measures for these problems.
Discuss the information and education that patients and their visitors may require during a course of IVT.
Outline the nursing responsibilities while caring for a patient receiving IVT.
