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Two key methods for the prevention of SSIs are surgical hand antisepsis and the use of personal protective equipment, such as sterile protective gloves (de Oliveira and Gama, 2016). In the 1980s, a...
An 80-year-old woman had septic arthritis (Figure 2). She had a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder and type II diabetes. She was an inpatient receiving intravenous antibiotics and...
The Grip-Lok range of catheter securement devices are available in a range of sizes and configurations so can be used universally. The devices secure IV catheters reliably, which minimises...
The skin is the body's largest organ. Its main function is to act as a physical barrier against the external environment and to prevent harmful substances and pathogens entering the body. It also...
The introduction of the care improvement initiative ensured that oral care was provided to all patients, with those identified as being at high risk (category C) receiving care using the Stryker care...
The tips of CVADs terminate in the central venous system (lower third of the superior vena cava or right atrium). They are used for a range of therapies including vesicants, high-volume fluids, blood...
The financial burden to the NHS of treating leg ulcers (in terms of healing rates, duration of ulcers and recurrence rates) is estimated to be £1.8 billion per year and accounts for 13% of all...
There are several complications associated with PIVCs, including: Phlebitis When standardised phlebitis scales (Jackson, 1998) are used, mean rates of 14.7% and 16.1% have been reported (Helm et al,...
When adhesive tapes or dressings are removed from unprotected skin, varying amounts of superficial stratum corneum are removed along with them and this may be further exacerbated by the repeated...
Woller et al (2016) stated that patients require IV therapy interventions earlier and for longer periods, and that long-term central venous access is now common in all areas of acute hospital and...
Treatment of VLU and chronic oedema should be preceded by a thorough assessment leading to an accurate diagnosis of the underlying pathophysiology and identification of any contraindications to...
Moisture-associated skin damage is a common problem in healthcare settings, where the skin is exposed to moisture for a prolonged period of time. This describes any damage to the skin due to moisture...
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