Flushing of an intravenous catheter: a cause for unreliable laboratory results
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DOI: 10.11613/bm.2019.031001
Abstract: Introduction Phlebotomy is an error-prone process in which mistakes are difficult to reveal. This case report describes the effect on laboratory results originating from a blood sample collected in close proximity to an intravenous catheter.… read more here.
Keywords: intravenous catheter; laboratory results; catheter; flushing intravenous ... See more keywords
What do we know about flushing for intravenous catheter maintenance in hospitalized adults?
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DOI: 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0418
Abstract: OBJECTIVE to evidence the use of flushing to prevent complications from intravenous therapy. METHODS an integrative review in databases, using descriptors and selection criteria. Data were collected in 12 articles using an instrument and later… read more here.
Keywords: catheter; know flushing; maintenance hospitalized; catheter maintenance ... See more keywords