Evidence-based guidelines for the assessment, prevention, and management of central vascular access device malposition, including primary and secondary malposition types, prevention through insertion technique, diagnostic evaluation, and management approaches including noninvasive and invasive repositioning.
Evidence-based standards for safe administration of moderate sedation and analgesia through intravenous infusion, covering clinician competency, pharmacologic agents, preprocedural assessment, airway management, continuous monitoring, capnography, post-procedure recovery, and quality improvement.
Evidence-based standards for preventing air embolism during vascular access procedures, including CVAD removal protocols, recognition of signs and symptoms, and emergency response for suspected venous or arterial air embolism.
Evidence-based standards for preventing catheter damage, recognizing signs of compromise including pinch-off syndrome, and managing catheter damage through repair, exchange, or removal with post-procedure monitoring requirements.
Evidence-based guidance for recognizing anatomical nerve injury risks during vascular access procedures, employing preventive strategies, and managing nerve-related complications.