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- Lisa Dougherty.
- Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, Surrey. lisa.dougherty@rmh.nhs.uk
- Nurs Stand. 2008 Sep 3; 22 (52): 49-56; quiz 58.
AbstractThis article focuses on how to undertake peripheral cannulation by providing the theoretical basis for understanding the anatomy of veins, how to improve venous access and choosing a suitable vein and device. It also provides a practical guide of how to insert a cannula safely as well as prevention and management of complications during and following insertion.
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