Hi friends, in today’s video we are going to talk about taping and securing peripheral IVs (PIVs) in a neonate’s hand. All the information presented in this video is based on the new 2021 guidelines and recommendations of the Infusion Nurses Society (INS), which is the authority on all things related to vascular access devices. This information is completely up-to-date at the filming of this video.
There are two key things to remember when taping a PIV. First, your securement method cannot interfere with your ability to routinely assess and monitor the access site. This means that you must be able to see your insertion site! Second, your taping cannot impede vascular circulation or the delivery of the prescribed therapy. This means that your taping and dressing can’t be too tight or alter the patient’s circulation and perfusion in any way.
00:00 Welcome!
00:59 INS Standards and Guidelines
01:50 Two Key Things to Remember
02:22 Supplies You’ll Need
04:13 Prepping Your Supplies
07:19 Taping the PIV
12:11 Closing Thoughts
2021 Infusion Therapy Standards of Practice, 8th Edition: www.ins1.org/publications/infusion-therapy-standards-of-practice/
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The fantastic neonatal arm used in this video was designed specifically for practicing securement methods of PIVs in neonates. This task trainer was designed and developed at the University of Missouri Shelden Clinical Simulation Center.
I’m Anna and I am a critical care registered nurse. I have worked in the NICU, PICU, pediatric floor, and on my hospital’s critical care children’s transport service. I am also a nursing instructor and love teaching students and new nurses!
Disclaimer: This video is intended for educational purposes only and is not indented as medical advice. While I strive for 100% accuracy, errors may occur and practices may change over time.