Knowledge regarding noncytotoxic medication extravasation among registered nurses working in western Saudi Arabia

Extravasation and infiltration are among the most common intravenous therapy complications. For noncytotoxic agents, the incidence of extravasation remains unknown. There has been little research into extravasation due to ethical considerations limiting controlled research; most evidences are based on small, uncontrolled trials or case reports.The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge level regarding noncytotoxic medications extravasation and its associated factors among staff nurses.A descriptive correlational design using self-administered questionnaire was employed.
Source: Journal of Vascular Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Article Source Type: research