Plumer's Principles and Practice of Intravenous Therapy

Thoroughly revised, the fifth edition of this text features the most current and comprehensive information on the principles and practice of IV therapy for clinical and home infusion settings. Included is coverage of: the latest advances in the principles of vascular access and pain management; the newest equipment such as electronic infusion devices, peripheral inserted central catheters, latex injection ports and needleless systems; and the most current administrative and organizational concepts for establishing IV departments. Legal implications, standards of practice, risk management and quality improvement are also discussed. A new chapter addresses the technical aspects and professional responibilities of the IV nursing team member.
 
Thoroughly revised, the fifth edition of this text features the most current and comprehensive information on the principles and practice of IV therapy for clinical and home infusion settings. Included is coverage of: the latest advances in the principles of vascular access and pain management; the newest equipment such as electronic infusion devices, peripheral inserted central catheters, latex injection ports and needleless systems; and the most current administrative and organizational concepts for establishing IV departments. Legal implications, standards of practice, risk management and quality improvement are also discussed. A new chapter addresses the technical aspects and professional responibilities of the IV nursing team member.