Journal of infusion nursing : the official publication of the Infusion Nurses Society
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Comparative Study
Comparison of two methods of peripheral intravenous cannula securement in the pediatric setting.
This prospective, nonrandomized study compared the effect of two peripheral catheter dressings (a combination transparent polyurethane film/soft cloth surgical tape dressing, and adhesive tape) on the incidence of complications in children and adolescents. A total of 407 catheter dressings were studied: 212 in the control group (adhesive tape) and 195 in the study group (transparent dressing). ⋯ There were few differences in the observed incidence of phlebitis or extravasation. The new combination dressing may be considered for use in children when prolonged catheterization is anticipated.