Using A-DIVA Score to Protect Veins
This study tests a simple scoring system (called A-DIVA) used at hospital admission to predict if it will be hard to place an IV line. The goal is to help protect your veins and make IV placement easier.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You agree to give written consent to participate.
- You have health insurance or social security coverage.
- You are not in an intensive care unit (ICU).
- You are not currently receiving care for a psychiatric condition.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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