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2. Evaluation of literature
Describe the previous research pertaining to the topic that the authors reference (hint: look for a literature
review section in the article)
The researcher used online databases to review articles that were previously written regarding the subject. Many of
these studies seemed to suggest that IVs should be changed based on clinical judgement vs routine site rotation.
3. Study sample
The study sample was obtained from: (hint: describe the population and where the study is performed)
The study was performed on med-surg patients in a 500 bed hospital in the southeastern United States
4. Study methods/design
Describe or identify the study design (hint: quantitative/qualitative, experimental, meta-analysis, etc)
quantitative/qualitative
Describe the study procedures. (hint: describe the intervention and how the data was collected)
Six nurses were involved in collecting data. Nurses on the unit were educated regarding the study. Nurses assessed the
sites at designatedd times and using specialized scales. The IV was changed if there were any s/s of phlebitis/infiltration.
5. Results
Describe the results of the study.
89 sites were assessed. One site showed minimal infiltration and none showed phlebitis. Some IVs were kept in place far
longer (one up to 350 hours!)
6. Clinical significance
Explain how you will use this information for your nursing practice at SJMC.
Present this to fellow nurses, including those on med-surg. Maybe policy will be changed to keep IV in longer.