Abstract
Objective To investigate the effectiveness of potato slices external application to prevent amiodarone-induced phlebitis.Methods A total of 100 patients treated with intravenous amiodarone were randomly divided into observation group and control group.Fresh potato slices were applied externally to the skin above the venipuncture site during intravenous infusion of amiodarone-in the observation group,while no preventive measures were taken in the control group.Results The incidence and severity of phlebitis in the observation group were significantly decreased compared to those in the control group.Conclusions Potato external application can effectively reduce the occurrence of amiodarone-induced phlebitis. Key words: Potato; Amiodarone; Phlebitis
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