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Vascular access management plan for neonates

"Proper use of the Vascular Access Management Plan (VAMP) ensures choosing the right vascular access device from the start of therapy. The VAMP method offers a structured and patient-centered approach to vascular access in neonates" van Rens et al (2026).

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Review of the aseptic non-touch technique in intravenous therapy

"Successful integration of ANTT in China requires the development of localized, evidence-based protocols, multimodal training resources (including virtual simulation), and context-specific implementation strategies. Future research should prioritize rigorous, multi-center clinical trials to establish the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of ANTT across diverse clinical settings in China" Jiajia et al (2026).

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How to perform ultrasound-guided cannulation in adults

"This article provides nurses with foundational knowledge of ultrasound-guided cannulation before they undertake formal training in the procedure and achieve the required competencies to undertake it independently" Benn (2026).

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Audit of parenteral nutrition use in surgical patients – Full Text

"PN practices at our institution demonstrated substantial adherence to the 2017 ASPEN guideline recommendations. However, important gaps remained in central venous catheter care documentation and blood glucose monitoring, highlighting opportunities to improve the quality and safety of PN delivery through enhanced documentation and adherence to guideline-recommended monitoring practices" Anvesh et al (2026).

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Spontaneous PICC migration after cardiac surgery – Full Text

"This case highlights postoperative coughing and synchronized cardioversion as potential contributors to PICC migration in cardiac surgery patients and underscores the importance of reassessing catheter position following high-risk events to prevent complications related to catheter malposition" Tsoumpelis et al (2026).

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When to use a midline catheter

"Our data suggest that MVCs may be selectively used based on therapy duration, infusate characteristics, and patient-specific factors rather than as routine substitutes for PICCs" Ali et al (2026).

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Reducing inpatient pediatric CLABSI

"Significant reductions in hospital CLABSI rates can be achieved by using additional measures beyond focusing on CL maintenance and insertion bundles, and particularly through developing proactive risk assessment and escalation processes" Wong et al (2026).

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Implantable port-associated central venous thrombosis

"The patient was treated with systemic anticoagulation and urgent endovascular thrombectomy with the removal of the indwelling port, resulting in rapid clinical improvement. This case emphasizes that in SVC obstruction, visible cyanosis may reflect localized venous congestion rather than systemic hypoxemia" Arikupurathu et al (2026).

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