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Evaluation of a line guard for pediatric CLABSI prevention

"With good line guard use compliance and no other practice changes occurring simultaneously, findings suggest a line guard is a promising addition to CLABSI prevention bundles, especially for patients at highest risk of external contamination to their lines" Lulgjuraj et al (2025).

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Needlefree connector design and function

"This article provides an explanation of NFD design and functions, guidance and information about their benefits when used correctly, as well as advice on preventing possible complications associated with their use" Munoz-Mozas (2025).

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Cost advantage of antimicrobial-coated PICCs – Full Text

"In community hospital care scenarios, the cost advantage of antimicrobial-coated PICCs remained. Thus, the antimicrobial-coated PICC strategy was cost-saving, providing equal or improved health outcomes at lower costs in China's medical center and community hospitals, making it a more efficient choice for long-term vascular access" Xu et al (2025).

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Effect of ethyl chloride spray on IV cannulation pain

"Ethyl chloride spray significantly reduced pain perception during intravenous cannulation. High levels of patient satisfaction and nurse endorsement for pain management during IV cannulation" Jelly et al (2025).

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Mechanical complications of short peripheral intravenous catheters – Full Text

"Recent research has indicated that a new type of medical device, the force-activated separation device (FASD), may reduce these mechanical complications by 46%, but efficacy and safety data are lacking. The objective of this study was to investigate the efficacy and rate of adverse events (AEs) using a novel FASD" Blacker et al (2025).

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