VESSEL HEALTH AND PRESERVATION: THE RIGHT APPROACH FOR VASCULAR ACCESS

1. The VHP Model
2. Right Assessment and Vein Selection
3. Device Selection
4. Training and Education
5. Specialized Vascular Access Teams
6. Insertion
7. Tip Position
8. Avoiding Complications During Insertion
9. Right Securement, Dressing, and Management
10. Insertion Related Infection Prevention with Vascular Access Devices
11. Right Asepsis with ANTT® for Infection Prevention
12. CLABSI: Definition and Diagnosis
13. Developmental Stages and Clinical Conditions for Vascular Access in Pediatrics
14. Right Device Assessment and Selection in Pediatrics
15. Right Pediatric Site Selection and Technology
16. Right Post-Insertion Management in Pediatrics
17. Assessment for Catheter Function, Dressing Adherence and Device Necessity
18. Right Hub Disinfection for Compliance
19. Right Management and Flushing
20. Evaluation of VHP Program
21. Staff Education and Evaluation for Vessel Health and Preservation
22. Right Evaluation of Products and Compliance Measures

This Open access book offers updated and revised information on vessel health and preservation (VHP), a model concept first published in poster form in 2008 and in JVA in 2012, which has received a great deal of attention, especially in the US, UK and Australia.
The book presents a model and a new way of thinking applied to vascular access and administration of intravenous treatment, and shows how establishing and maintaining a route of access to the bloodstream is essential for patients in acute care today. Until now, little thought has been given to an intentional process to guide selection, insertion and management of vascular access devices (VADs) and by default actions are based on crisis management when a quickly selected VAD fails. The book details how VHP establishes a framework or pathway model for each step of the patient experience, intentionally guiding, improving and eliminating risk when possible. The evidence points to the fact that reducing fragmentation, establishing a pathway, and teaching the process to all stakeholders reduces complications with intravenous therapy, improves efficiency and diminishes cost. As such this book appeals to bedside nurses, physicians and other health professionals.

Features
• In Open access
• Presents the first comprehensive intentional process for vascular access selection, insertion, management and evaluation
• Discusses the design, application of evidence and guidelines to provide greater safety for patients
• Offers a useful guide for nurses, educators, administrators, manufacturers and patients