Using Accuvein for people with difficult veins
This study tests a device called Accuvein that helps nurses find veins more easily for IV placement. It is for people who are known to have difficult veins, such as those who are obese, have dark skin, or are elderly.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- A nurse has said it is difficult to find a vein for an IV (for example, because of obesity, dark skin, or other reasons).
- You have a doctor's order for an IV.
- If you are a woman who could become pregnant, you are using reliable birth control (like pills, IUD, or condoms) or are past menopause.
- You are not in a life-threatening emergency that requires an IV right away.
- You are able to understand and sign a consent form.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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