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Restraining hospitalized children for procedures – Full Text

"The restraint practices used by Brazilian nursing staff for pediatric care were described based on techniques, reasons, consent, family participation, control of potential harm, and documentation in medical records" Silva and Gaíva (2026).

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Blood culture contamination when sample obtained from CVC hub

"Blood cultures obtained from the CVC hub during insertion were associated with an increased risk of contamination. These cultures should be interpreted with caution, and alternative sampling sites may be preferable when feasible" Aonuma et al (2026).

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Evidence-based peripheral intravenous catheter care in pediatrics

"This study explored how nurses facilitated the implementation of an updated evidence-based PIVC insertion protocol through the lens of the integrated Promoting Action on Research Implementation in Health Services (i-PARIHS) framework" Algamdi and Al-Moteri (2026).

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Catheter malposition leading to superior vena cava perforation – Full Text

"We present a rare case of superior vena cava (SVC) perforation during tunneled dialysis catheter (PermCath) insertion in a patient with chronic renal failure. The injury led to mediastinal hematoma, bilateral hemothoraces, and hemorrhagic shock, requiring emergency thoracotomy and surgical repair" Najam et al (2026).

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Antimicrobial-impregnated neonatal PICC in preterm infants

"Our study demonstrates that the use of AI n-PICCs was associated with a reduction in the rate of infection development in premature infants requiring n-PICC. The use of AI n-PICC may be effective especially in premature infants with a high risk of developing catheter-related infection" Bulbul et al (2026).

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Healthcare-associated infection surveillance definitions

"Structural variation in HAI surveillance definitions should be considered when comparing infection indicators, implementing automated surveillance systems, or adapting surveillance frameworks across healthcare settings" Sabbah et al (2026).

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