Although Vascular Access Devices (VAD) have many advantages, the burden of harm associated with them is significant. It is now accepted that the presence of any VAD immediately places patients at risk of complications…
Linda Kelly
Dr Linda J Kelly (PhD, PgC TLHE, FHEA): International Clinical Educator
Linda’s previous experience involved working as a university lecturer in adult nursing and setting up and leading a vascular access service in Scotland. Linda has recently completed her PhD that focused on The Lived Experience of Vascular Access.
The varying terminology surrounding Midline Catheters
Vascular Access Devices (VADs) are divided into two basic groupings, peripheral and central. The group delineation is determined, primarily, by the catheter tip termination position, rather that the insertion site. Peripheral catheter tips remain in the periphery, terminate distal to the subclavian or femoral vein, and are optimal for intravenous medications that are peripherally compatible.
Revised Standards of Practice for Vascular Access and Infusion Therapy
Due to the invasive nature of vascular access and infusion therapy, the potential for risk and complications associated with the specialty is high. Therefore, it is essential that competent, evidence based practice is ensured. It is crucial that clinicians...
The Patient Experience of Vascular Access: A Facebook Survey
The literature on the experiences of patients living with a CVAD suggests that the devices are accepted by patients, with the main attraction being a reduction of repeated painful cannulation (Yamada et al, 2010; Sharp et al, 2014; Alpenberg et al, 2015; Song and Oh, 2016; Parás-Bravo et al, 2018)…