Central Vascular Access Device Complications

Overview

Approximately 5 million central vascular access devices (CVADs) are inserted into U.S. patients every year, and at least 85% of hospitalized patients receive some form of I.V. therapy. The widespread use of CVADs presents considerable challenges for nurses when managing associated complications.

This article will discuss how to prevent and manage CVAD complications.

Key Learning Outcomes

1. Describe how to prevent central vascular access device (CVAD) complications.
2. Discuss how to manage CVAD complications.

Presented By

Dawn Berndt, DNP, RN, CRNI®
Dr. Dawn Berndt is the Clinical Education and Publications Manager at the Infusion Nurses Society in Norwood, Massachusetts.

Marlene Steinheiser, PhD, RN, CRNI®
Dr. Marlene Steinheiser is the Director of Clinical Education at the Infusion Nurses Society in Norwood, Massachusetts.

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