Improving IV line safety and care
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a set of best practices to help nurses and anesthesiologists manage IV lines more safely, which may reduce infections and other complications.
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Who can take part
- You are a registered nurse
- You are an anesthesiologist
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