AJN in December: Vascular Access Certification, Pressure Injuries from Medical Devices, More
The December issue of AJN is now live. Here are some articles we’d like to bring to your attention.
CE: Original Research: Does Certification in Vascular Access Matter? An Analysis of the PICC1 Survey
Although certification by an accredited agency is often a practice prerequisite in health care, it is not required of vascular access specialists who insert peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs). The authors of this study explored whether and how certified and noncertified PICC inserters differ regarding their practices and views about PICC use.
CE: Pressure Injuries Caused by Medical Devices and Other Objects: A Clinical Update
A review of the etiology, identification, and prevention of pressure injuries caused by medical and other devices, plus highlights from the current National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel clinical guidelines.
Supporting Family Caregivers: No Longer Home Alone: Teaching Family Caregivers to Assist Safely with Mobility
Information nurses can use to educate family caregivers on mobility issues, including a tear sheet of key points and links to instructional videos. This is the first article in a new series published in collaboration with the AARP Public Policy Institute. […]