NURSE’S KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE REGARDING CARE AND MAINTENANCES OF PERIPHERAL INTRAVENOUS CATHETER IN TERTIARY HOSPITAL

Authors

  • H KHAN Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan
  • H SADDIQUE Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan
  • R JABEEN Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1374

Keywords:

Peripheral Intravenous Catheter, Nursing Knowledge, Nursing Practices, Infection Prevention

Abstract

Peripheral intravenous catheters (PICs) are widely used in clinical practice, but improper care can lead to severe complications. Nurses play a vital role in ensuring safe PIC management through adherence to evidence-based guidelines. Objective: To assess the knowledge and practices of nurses regarding the care and maintenance of PICs in a tertiary care hospital in Lahore, Pakistan. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 129 nurses using a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 26, with results presented as frequencies and percentages. Results: The study revealed that 96.9% of participants correctly identified the appropriate cannula gauge for different age groups, and 90.7% acknowledged the importance of hand hygiene in preventing infections. While 96.1% reported replacing cannulas every 72 hours and 94.6% adhered to proper documentation practices, only 89.9% consistently maintained aseptic techniques. Younger nurses and those with less experience exhibited slightly lower adherence rates, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. Conclusion: Despite moderate knowledge and practice levels, significant gaps remain in critical areas of PIC care. Targeted training programs, regular monitoring, and institutional support are essential to enhance nurses’ competency and ensure optimal patient care.

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Saeed F, Malik MA, Khan S. Knowledge and practices of nurses regarding infection prevention in PIC care in a public hospital in Karachi. J Infect Public Health. 2020;13(3):425-430.

Ullman AJ, Cooke ML, Rickard CM. Examining the evidence on peripheral intravenous catheter management: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Lancet. 2015;386(10008):1425-1431.

Ahmed S, Akhtar N, Zia S. The impact of training on nurses’ compliance with PIC protocols: A study in Lahore tertiary hospitals. Pak J Nurs Midwifery. 2021;6(2):34-40.

Zafar A, Ahmed A, Hameed A. Assessment of nurses’ compliance with PIC care protocols in Karachi hospitals. Int J Infect Dis. 2022;116:257-2644o

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Published

2024-12-20

How to Cite

KHAN , H., SADDIQUE , H., & JABEEN , R. (2024). NURSE’S KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE REGARDING CARE AND MAINTENANCES OF PERIPHERAL INTRAVENOUS CATHETER IN TERTIARY HOSPITAL. Biological and Clinical Sciences Research Journal, 2024(1), 1374. https://doi.org/10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1374

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