Abstract
The insertion of peripheral venous catheter (PVC) is a basic and trivialized act of nursing with significant associated infection risks. There are few publications about PVC complications compared to those of central lines and the root causes of such events are not well known. In 2014, a survey was conducted to measure the frequency of complications associated with PVC insertions and manipulations.
Highlights
The insertion of peripheral venous catheter (PVC) is a basic and trivialized act of nursing with significant associated infection risks
The adverse event (AE) was a partial removal of the PVC associated with obstruction and signs of inflammation occurring during the patient transport for a radiological examination
The main contributing factors identified were factors related to the team and the work environment. This epidemiological study led us to a better understanding of the PVC complications and led the care giving teams to a better perception of the risks associated with these devices
Summary
The insertion of peripheral venous catheter (PVC) is a basic and trivialized act of nursing with significant associated infection risks. Peripheral venous catheter in cardiology: root cause analysis of an adverse event during patient transport in radiology Introduction The insertion of peripheral venous catheter (PVC) is a basic and trivialized act of nursing with significant associated infection risks. There are few publications about PVC complications compared to those of central lines and the root causes of such events are not well known.
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