Solutions in Practice: The Impact of SecurAcath to the Mobile Vascular Access Model Mobile vascular access teams are redefining how specialized vascular access care is delivered, bringing expert-level catheter insertion and management directly to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. In this installment of “Solutions in Practice”, two experienced vascular access nurses – Ryan…
DetailsPodcast Summary: Key Takeaways from the STICKY Trial on Improving CVC Dressing Securement Central venous catheter (CVC) dressings are meant to protect the insertion site. But in the ICU, especially with jugular CVCs, keeping those dressings intact can be difficult. Movement, moisture, perspiration, hair growth and the anatomy of the neck can all contribute to…
Details3 Questions with Melanie Kinder, MSN, RN, VA-BC “3 Questions With…” is a video series showcasing thought leaders in healthcare specialties like Infection Prevention and Vascular Access. These experts provide insights, evidence, and best practices in response to pressing questions in their fields. Eloquest Healthcare is proud to feature 3 Questions with Melanie Kinder, MSN,…
Details3 Questions with Jamie Webb, MSN, RN, VA-BC “3 Questions With…” is a video series showcasing thought leaders in healthcare specialties like Infection Prevention and Vascular Access. These experts provide insights, evidence, and best practices in response to pressing questions in their fields. Eloquest Healthcare is proud to feature 3 Questions with Jamie Webb, MSN,…
Details3 Questions with Valerie Love, BSN, RN, VA-BC “3 Questions With…” is a video series showcasing thought leaders in healthcare specialties like Infection Prevention and Vascular Access. These experts provide insights, evidence, and best practices in response to pressing questions in their fields. Eloquest Healthcare is proud to feature 3 Questions with Valerie Love, BSN,…
DetailsSolutions in Practice: Mastisol Use on Pediatric PICC Dressings with Denaye Beckler When it comes to pediatric vascular access, dressing integrity matters. Frequent dressing disruption can create challenges for clinicians, patients, and families. In this featured Solutions in Practice video, pediatric vascular access expert Denaye Beckler, MSN, APRN, CPNP-AC, CEN, VA-BC, shares how Mastisol® Liquid…
DetailsClosing the Gap Between Ultrasound Availability and Clinical Confidence in IV Access Peripheral vascular access is one of the most frequently performed procedures in healthcare, but success is far from guaranteed. For patients with difficult venous access (DIVA), repeated failed attempts remain common, leading to delays in care, increased complication risk, and unnecessary patient discomfort.…
Details3 Questions with Katie Frate, BSN, RN, VA-BC “3 Questions With…” is a video series showcasing thought leaders in healthcare specialties like Infection Prevention and Vascular Access. These experts provide insights, evidence, and best practices in response to pressing questions in their fields. Eloquest Healthcare is proud to feature ‘3 Questions with Katie Frate, BSN,…
DetailsThe STICKY Trial, Revisited: Deeper Clinical Insights and Lessons Learned A recent webinar hosted by the Association for Vascular Access (AVA) featuring Nicole Marsh, PhD, RN, offered a rare look at the clinical challenges and decision-making behind the STICKY Trial, offering insight well beyond what appears in the published manuscript. This session discussed the trial…
DetailsA Better Standard for Rapid Hemorrhage Control in Hospitals Uncontrolled bleeding remains one of the most urgent challenges in trauma and acute care. Despite advances in surgical techniques and resuscitation protocols, hemorrhage continues to be a leading cause of preventable death following injury. What clinicians know from both military and civilian trauma systems is simple:…
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