Right Peripheral Intravenous Catheter

Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs) have played a vital role in revolutionizing infusion therapy, allowing for a myriad of therapeutic and diagnostic interventions in both pediatric and adult care. However, with recent advancements in technology and industry, several PIVC configurations have emerged that must be carefully selected based on their specific characteristics and their suitability for the intended infusion therapy. To ensure the preservation of patients’ vessel health, clinicians must have a comprehensive understanding of each type of PIVC. This chapter aims to provide an in-depth overview of PIVCs and to discuss essential care practices, ranging from initial patient assessment to catheter insertion, maintenance, and surveillance. By incorporating recent high-quality evidence, and an emphasis on new technologies, we hope to highlight new advances to support patient-centered care in this field. Finally, we also address the challenges ahead for education and training, clinical practice, and research in the field of PIVCs.