A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SELF-INSTRUCTIONAL MODULE ON KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE REGARDING PERIPHERAL INTRAVENOUS CATHETERIZATION AMONG NURSING STAFFS OF R.B.MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BIHAR

Abstract

Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVC) are the most commonly used intravenous device in hospital emergency departments and inpatient units. They are primarily used for therapeutic purposes such as administration of medications, fluids and/or blood products as well as blood sampling. Unsuccessful PIVC first attempts increase pain, and lead to treatment and diagnostic delays. Traditionally, PIVC involves vein and equipment selection before catheterization. Clinicians select peripheral veins based upon vein palpability and visibility, and may use vein stimulation, limb positioning, tourniquets or other techniques to improve first attempt success. There has been an increasing concern among health professional and the general public about HCAI. HCAI is a major cause of morbidity and mortality every year and up to 8.5% of hospitalized patient suffer from HCAI. In a national and multicenter studies reported, it was identified that the prevalence of hospitalized patients who acquired at least one HCAI ranged from 3.5% to 12%. This increasing concern in number of HCAI has prompted the need for further research into the area of asepsis. The importance of asepsis in PIVC therapy has become an integral part of modern patient care because; almost 60% or more patients admitted to hospital require the insertion of an PIVC.