PVK-project
The insertion of PVCs is a very common intervention in inpatient care. An estimated five million PVCs are inserted annually in Sweden and it is also the most common invasive procedure for inpatients worldwide.
There are certain risks for the patient, including thrombophlebitis and damage to nerves and arteries. It is well known that the insertion of a PVC is also associated with a great deal of discomfort and pain for the patient. The specialist nurse has an independent support function towards the ward, which includes assisting with the insertion of the PVC and venous sampling (needle assistance) when the nurse on the ward needs assistance with this. The need for needle stick assistance from specialist nurses has increased on the ward in recent years. More research needs to be done on success factors for insertion of PVCs based on specific situations. This is to avoid causing unnecessary suffering and unnecessary risks to patients but also to reduce costs. The overall aim of this project is to map the problems that nurses experience when requesting sharps care and to explore the specialist nurse's support function in the insertion of PVCs on the ward with a focus on interventions and patient safety.
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