Please click on this link to view the NIVAS News Summer 2015
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Please click on this link to view the NIVAS News Summer 2015
National Infusion and Vascular Access Society Page 1 Page 2 Page 5 Page 6 Letter from the Editor and the Chair The 5th NIVAS Conference A day in the life London Nurse Show NIVAS News Summer 2015 Letter from the Chair Letter from the Editor Welcome to the summer edition of the NIVAS newsletter. It’s been an exciting year so far for vascular access and NIVAS. NIVAS continues to keep intravenous (IV) therapy and vascular access at the forefront of clinical practice through representation at national organisational conferences and healthcare events and will continue to do so for the coming months; we will be represented at the upcoming Infection Prevention Society Conference and will be holding a peripheral cannulation event in collaboration with Vein Train. This year seems to be dominated by advances in technology. You will have already seen plenty of literature surrounding the use of electrocardiogram for peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line insertion and tip confirmation. There is now National Institute for Health Care and Excellence (NICE) guidance on the use of Sherlock 3CG catheter tip navigation technology and more evidence is being published all the time to support the benefits of its use. We have seen developments in infrared technology for peripheral vein location which we showcased at this year’s conference in Bristol. More versatile catheters are now available such as short-term power midlines that can be used for computerised tomography contrast. New fixation devices for PICC lines which enable us to choose the best fixation device to meet the patient’s needs, and new dressings to try and reduce the risk of catheter related infections are being reviewed by NICE presently. Time has flown since our highly successful 5th NIVAS Conference ‘The challenges and future of IV therapy’. The full report of the conference is available on the website at http://www.nivas.org.uk/images/uploads/misc/NIVAS_ Conference_Report_Final_Version_20.07.15.pdf and there are photos available for all to view. In the members’ section you will find the Annual General Meeting report and talks from the conference available to view. We have received really good feedback from the conference which some are saying was the best ever—always good to hear. As always we will take note of the feedback and use it when planning our next conference. I don’t know about you but I always find our conferences inspiring—an opportunity to step away from the workplace, to see what others are doing, be enthused and challenged, and sometimes to realise that actually what you are doing is not so bad after all. It was good to hear what is happening in Australia and across the globe but also good to hear of local initiatives in Bristol. For me, being part of NIVAS is about having a voice and about making a difference. As always I make a plea to you to encourage your colleagues to join NIVAS. Together we can have a say in the challenges and future of intravenous therapy and together we can have a louder voice and make a bigger difference. Jackie Nicholson Andrew Barton www.nivas.org.uk @NIVAS_tweet The 5th NIVAS Conference: The challenges and future of IV therapy NIVAS Chair, Jackie Nicholson, opened the biggest yet NIVAS Conference by paying tribute to the founding Board members for setting up a truly multiprofessional society and thanked the current Board members for their expertise and commitment to the society. Reflecting the need for a co-ordinated approach to practice, this year’s conference examined the common challenges to delivering safe vascular therapy in the acute and community settings, focussing on what the future holds by organising a range of stimulating presentations, major study updates, case studies, latest guidance updates and interactive workshops. Cancer and Venous Access (CAVA) trial – implantable venous access ports vs tunnelled central lines vs peripheral inserted central catheters (PICCs) Jon Moss provided the latest on the CAVA study, which aims to determine which venous access device is safest, most effective and affordable since data so far is generally lacking. All patients enrolled in the trial receive either a venous access port, a tunnelled central line (Hickman-type device) or a PICC to determine which of these offers the best outcome from safety, clinical effectiveness and cost effectiveness perspectives. Eleven sites are currently active and recruitment is still ongoing; however, the cumulative recruitment for PICC vs Hickman-type device arm is currently slower than predicted. CAVA is the largest randomised control trial with centrally placed venous access devices and the results are eagerly awaited. Challenges of long-term access for red cell exchange in sickle cell patients Vascular access – a global and UK perspective Gillian Ray-Barruel presented on the global perspective of vascular access and on the results of the One Million Global Peripheral Intravenous Catheters (OMGPIVC) study. She gave an overview of the well-known complications that occur with peripheral intravenous cannulas (PIVCs), honed in on the high prevalence of phlebitis and critiqued the current measures for phlebitis assessment highlighting a lack of accuracy and consistency. Gillian then put the OMGPIVC study in context for the delegates and explained that it aims to bring to light the contributing factors for PIVC failure in the clinical setting. A pilot OMGPIVC study, in which 14 sites in 12 countries participated, showed that most PIVCs were used for intravenous (IV) medication rather than IV fluids, that all sites had a proportion of idle PIVCs and that the overall phlebitis rate was 10%. More than 30,000 PIVCs, in more than 50 countries, have entered the main OMGPIVC study so far and results are expected to be released at the World Congress on Vascular Access (WoCoVa) 2016 in Lisbon. Gillian’s talk was followed by Lisa Dougherty’s presentation, where she shared her own experience at The Royal Marsden of participating in the OMGPIVC study. For Lisa, this project was a “no-brainer” and very similar to an internal audit. She advised that choosing a quieter time at the Trust, such as December, was beneficial and that the least compliant aspect at The Royal Marsden was the documentation. 2 Patients with sickle cell disease are not a very common sight for vascular access healthcare professionals (HCPs) and therefore Daniel Putensen elucidated which vascular access options are most appropriate for these patients. Delegates learned that peripheral access should always be the first option in patients with sickle cell disease and, within the options available, peripheral cannulation is the most commonly used approach. If central access is needed non-tunnelled central venous catheter is the most common option. The pros and cons of each method were highlighted and experiences from the apheresis centre at the University College London Hospital, who conducted over 1,400 procedures in 2014, were shared. The main take-home message was to always retry peripheral cannulation, even if it has not worked in the past because based on experience it may start to work again following a break. Community IV—practical, safe solutions to delivering IV medication at home Fritz Mühlschlegel and Gemma Oliver gave an impressive presentation on the experience with the Hospital at Home (H@H) service of East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust which delivers outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy. Set up as a virtual ward, the outpatients in this service are treated the same as inpatients in terms of speed of tests or images. All treatment is delivered at the home of the patient and an audit showed that just over 3,000 patients have now been through the H@H service, with each patient representing a cost saving of approximately £182 per night. Patient satisfaction was impressive with 100% of patients feeling that the treatment was administered safely and reporting they would recommend it to a friend. Fritz and Gemma both acknowledged the importance of a strong, knowledgeable, capable team for the success of this service. Vessel Health and Preservation (VHP) Challenges of the anatomical vein site Steve Hill set the tone for this session by advising HCPs to “get the right device, in the right patient, at the right time” to ensure the best clinical outcome and help to minimise complications. Steve showed the audience the beneficial impact that vascular assessment tools can have on the success of vascular access devices and encouraged delegates to spend time on assessments to avoid complications. Challenges of rolling out a programme The VHP programme aims to address issues currently present in the vascular access arena by becoming proactive rather than reactive. Val Weston shared with the conference delegates the hurdles that have to be overcome to increase the odds of success for programmes such as this and also reported the outcomes of the programme so far. A framework that takes HCPs through the stages they need to consider when selecting an intravascular device has been developed. Data so far show that the tool improves patient experience, prevents delays in treatment, and reduces the risk of infection by selecting the right line and re-evaluating in case removal is necessary. The evaluation phase of the project is now underway and will measure the benefits of the programme fully. Case studies In response to feedback from the last conference, three case studies were presented and discussed this year. It proved to be a valuable, engaging session that resonated with the audience on more than one level. Beverley Carter, Esther Buchan and Tim Jackson presented case studies that overviewed key challenges experienced in practice, such as a the management of potentially life-threatening complications and considerations to avoid potential harm. Cases presented included the loss of peripherally inserted central catheter into the central circulation, cardiac tamponade following and attempted tunnelled central venous catheter insertion and extravasation following cannulation of a vein in the foot. This session proved to an excellent form of education for learned and learning HCPs alike. Writing for publication Tracy Cowan, Associate Publisher for the British Journal of Nursing gave delegates advice on the practical steps of writing a good publication and in ensuring an uncomplicated and streamlined process. She recommended that delegates wanting to improve their publication skills should begin with a smaller piece such as a letter to an Editor, a book review or an opinion piece. Dee Waterhouse described her experience in setting up a communitybased vascular access service and placing PICCs in a community setting. Dee took delegates through the organisational stages of the service and showed that, although numbers are small, none of the PICCs inserted showed malpositioning, infection or clotting of the line, which should offer confidence in this approach. Jan Hitchcock presented on skin impairment associated with vascular access devices and semi-permeable transparent dressings. A collaborative approach began when Jan and her colleagues noticed that skin integrity was treated as a secondary consideration and the team have now developed resources that support clinical decision making when selecting dressings and medical adhesives. Peter Taylor spoke around his experience with establishing a nurseled PICC insertion service as an alternative approach to lines placed in the interventional radiology setting. Peter stressed the importance of preparation, support and careful deliberation from the outset. He advised that delegates need to consider whether there is a need for the service, if it will improve on what is already in place and if it is cost effective. Based on Peter’s experience to date, this service has placed approximately 800 lines, has improved patient experience and represents significant cost savings. A systematic review of the effectiveness of intracavitary electrocardiograph (ECG) guidance in improving central venous access device (CVAD) tip placement Graham Walker, the only student in attendance this year, presented his findings of a systematic review examining the effectiveness of ECG-guidance in improving CVAD tip placement. Of the 523 electronically identified citations, five randomised control trials were included in the review representing a total population size of 729 patients. Graham’s results show that ECG-guided CVAD tip placement is approximately eight times more effective compared with controls and that complications reported were not attributable to the technique but rather to the nature of the procedure. None of the studies reported data on patient experience. Graham concluded his talk by highlighting that further research into ECG technology in a PICC cohort and a rigorous cost-effective comparison that includes patient preference is needed to further enhance understanding. Short presentations from NIVAS members Paul Lee presented for the audience the benefits of using an IV cannula insertion pack in a large NHS Health Board. Data on 100 insertions, 50 with a pack and 50 without, showed big differences in the quality of the insertions. This was measured in terms of percentage of people who washed their hands, used a tourniquet, complied with the guidelines and completed the documentation appropriately. Speaker, Graham Walker NICE guidelines and quality standard on IV fluid therapy in adults in hospital Speaker, Paul Lee 3 A well-presented session by Katie Scales offered delegates an understanding of the workings around guidance development and also an overview of NICE clinical guidance 174 and NICE quality standard 66. Katie identified some issues with developing guidance for vascular access including: time constraints, a broad target population, lack of high-quality evidence and fraudulent research. These should be considered, but Katie highlighted that it was a 5 worthwhile experience and encouraged delegates to accept the offer to develop a guideline if given. She also stressed that the aim of these guidance are to inform and improve clinical practice, and that a combined effort to read, understand and implement these recommendations is needed. Katie finished her presentation by suggesting that the gap in practical education around issues common in vascular access could be addressed with a more comprehensive undergraduate curriculum. interactive, allowing delegates a forum to ask questions and gain information from their peers and the presenter on the subject of reviewing chest X-rays. Workshop sessions Using ECG technology to guide central venous catheters tip placement Gemma Oliver and Matt Jones discussed tips and tricks of using ECG technology. The workshop looked at how using X-ray for PICC tip location was not an ideal method and how using ECG could be used practically to accurately place CVAD devices. Real ECG traces were examined and discussed as well as the use of ECG technology for patients in atrial fibrillation. There was an overview on the accuracy, safety, misconceptions and changes in practice required to safely adopt ECG technology. The workshop ended by the groups looking at different ECG traces and debating tip position with reference to patient’s anatomy and whether the group would be happy to accept the CVAD tip in that position. Vein visualisation using technology devices Andrew Barton and his team from Frimley Health, Maya Guerrero and Angie Dennison, delivered a workshop on peripheral vein location. Delegates were shown the latest technology available in vein visualisation including the Veinlite®, the IV-eye® and the infrared Veinsite®. Delegates were able to try cannulation using the Veinsite® on a specially designed phantom vein block. Delegates were also able to try the Veinsite® and the IV-eye® to visualise each other’s veins. The workshop also demonstrated ultrasound guided peripheral vein cannulation. Delegates were shown how to insert integrated power injectable midlines and cannulas into a phantom vein using the Prevue® ultrasound machine. The workshop was fully attended and feedback from the sessions was positive. Infusion solutions in the community Beverley Carter and Jill Kayley delivered an open and highly interactive workshop to reflect the differing needs in the community. They talked about how diverse care can be, with different teams delivering different types of care e.g., intermediate care, private companies and district nursing, and patients being sent from a variety of referring units. Each of these units has different protocols and procedures, different venous access devices and a variety of procedures for using these devices. As a result of these many variables, community staff need to be adaptive and responsive which makes standardisation of care and equipment difficult. Beverley and Jill also discussed intravenous fluid administration at home, the safety and quality issues this may present, and whether NICE guidance 174 (IV fluid therapy in adults in hospital) should be implemented in the community. The session was well received and highly interactive with lots of discussion around the above and many other items. Chest X-ray interpretation and managing common complications workshop Moving forward in vascular access in a cash strapped NHS Matt Jones presented on his experiences and reflected on the challenges of establishing a vascular access service in an economically constrained environment such as the NHS. From his view point, success in obtaining funding is determined by how valued IV access work is by a Trust. If a Trust comprehends that the efforts of an effective IV team are potentially cost saving and considers them “invaluable”, they will also recognise funding the service as in their best interest. Stressing that these “tips” are merely suggestive, Matt encouraged delegates to evolve IV access teams with enthusiasm and passion, in a direction that is suitable to each Trust while also investing in training, education, informative audits and research. Award for best poster and best oral presentation Paul Lee was this year’s recipient of the Best Oral Presentation Award with the enthusiastically-delivered presentation Implementing an IV cannula insertion pack in a large NHS Health Board in Wales. Karen Harrold received the Best Poster Award for Proactive placement of peripherally inserted central catheters. Closing remarks Andrew Barton, Board member, commented that this year’s conference was yet another success, thanked Industry for their support with two sponsored satellite symposia (Bard and BD) as well as the exhibitor stands. He closed by thanking the delegates for attending and making it a collaborative and instructive 2 days. Chest X-ray interpretation and managing common complications Nicola York presented the chest X-ray workshop with the objective of providing delegates with a systemic approach to the interpretation of a chest radiograph following insertion of a CVAD. The workshop defined the correct placement of tip position of a CVAD and also identified common complications associated with poor positioning. There were a number of chest X-rays presented showing incorrectly placed CVAD’s for the delegates to identify what was normal and abnormal. The workshop was very 4 Karen Harrold recieving Best Poster Award A day in the life of a Band 4 Associate Practitioner in Vascular Access Many Trusts are investing in Band 4 Associate Practitioners to complement and support existing services. Within my Trust I have two roles; one is supporting Bands 1 to 4 with the care certificate and the other is as an Associate Practitioner in Vascular Access. The role of the Associate Practitioner is an evolving one; my role is unique and is the best part of my week. Working with the vascular access team has many benefits; it is an effective way to increase the amount of time my Registered Practitioner colleagues have to focus on patients in higher levels of care placing more advanced intravenous (IV) catheters. Working in the Vascular Access team has enabled me to continue enhancing my skills, operating at a higher level in order to broaden my skill set. Also, my role has enabled the service to develop and deliver a higher quality of care to our patients. In our Vascular Access team we have Andrew (Lead Nurse), who oversees our three hospital sites, and Maya (Vascular Access Specialist Nurse), based at the Frimley site with me. I work one day a week, usually a Friday; however, occasionally I might see the odd patient on other days in the week if I’m on the ward doing my care certificate work and someone needs vascular access. The services I provide are ultrasound-guided venepuncture and cannulation and midline insertion. I am skilled at using ultrasound to insert peripheral cannulas and undertake venepuncture for patients where long-term illness or frequent invasive treatments has left veins in a poor condition. line and port insertion which is carried out by our Lead Nurse. This is a rewarding part of my job because both these catheters are placed using local anaesthetic so the patient is awake and talking throughout; I’m there to make the patient feel safe and comfortable during the procedure and also to help our Lead Nurse with anything he needs. I also help Maya during difficult PICCline insertions if the patient is nervous or needs a hand to hold. I usually set up the equipment beforehand to make the process quicker. Patient feedback is always positive after these procedures because we are able to build a rapport with the patient to make them feel safe and put them at ease. My roles cross over slightly as I also provide education of Band 2 non-registered staff on performing venepuncture and Band 3 staff on performing cannulation. After I have provided the training I can then assess their competencies and sign them off when they are competent. We, as a team, have pushed the boundaries of this post and it is amazing to be part of an ever evolving role in a niche area, which has huge potential for the future. Angela Dennison, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Within a normal vascular access day I will collect and assess the daily referrals for peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) lines, midlines and PowerGlides. I usually work on a Friday in vascular access because this is the day that my vascular access colleagues do the oncology PICC list and the wards are always busy referring patients for PICCs trying to discharge before the weekend, so it’s all hands on deck. Once I have collected the referrals and sorted them into the IV devices required, I visit the wards and assess the patients IV medication and treatment plan requirements. I use our assessment framework for this. I can then refer them to the appropriate practitioner or insert a device myself. I prioritise and insert any cannulas or midlines required using ultrasound guidance. Another part of my day would be holding dedicated clinics for computerised tomography scanning, genitourinary medicine and viral hepatitis; these clinics are set up for patients that have very difficult veins and require expert ultrasound-guided insertions. Without this clinic patients would often have to endure multiple attempts at venepuncture and cannulation. This improves patient experience and allows those services to utilise their time more effectively. On my vascular access days I carry a bleep so the wards can contact me to help with very difficult venepuncture and cannulation needs, and this aspect of the job is the busiest. When ward staff or doctors find it difficult to locate a vein, due to patient conditions such as oedema or general deterioration, I can use ultrasound to place a cannula or, more recently a power injectable midline. I might get called to help redress PICC lines or help provide education about vascular access device care and maintenance which I can deliver at the bedside to the clinical staff. Another aspect of my role would be to help prepare patients for tunnelled 5 Angela has worked at Frimley Health for the past 15 years as a Care Assistant then a Healthcare Assistant Level 3 and now having undertaken her foundation degree as a Band 4 Associate Practitioner. She has been accepted to undertake her nurse training and will be leaving our team to start her nursing degree in September. Andrew Barton London Nurse Show 2015 Hello, my name is Kate Granger and I’m the founder of the #hellomynameis campaign This year the London Nurse Show ran from the 31st of March to the 1st of April and is a showcase for nursing best practice. It was just before the general election so there was a political undercurrent and the Right Honourable Andy Burnham, shadow health secretary, led a political presentations session which also saw representation from the Conservative, Lib Dems and the Green Party. The question and answer session the end of Mr Burnham’s speech was predictably fraught with questions about pay and conditions for nursing staff, weekend working and pay enhancements. The keynote speech was delivered by the inspirational Dr Kate Granger, acting consultant from Pinderfields Hospital. Kate has terminal cancer and this was the story of her journey since her diagnosis in 2011. Kate started the #hellomynameis campaign to encourage healthcare staff to introduce themselves to patients. The campaign has been endorsed by more than 400,000 doctors, nurses, therapists, receptionists and porters across over 90 organisations, including NHS Trusts across England, NHS Scotland and NHS Wales. She has spoken passionately at many health conferences and her campaign is supported by the Prime Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt, many celebrities and a huge number of leaders in health organisations. Kate has published two books, The other side and The bright side which tell her story about being a patient on the other side of the NHS. These two books are essential reading for healthcare professionals and I would encourage you to go out a get a copy. NIVAS was represented by Board members Jackie, Andrew and Beverley who facilitated a workshop on peripheral cannulation and vein location technology. The workshop was well evaluated and generated a lot of interest in NIVAS membership. The London Nurse show will be back in 2016 , it’s definitely worth attending. Royal College of Nursing (RCN) guidelines for infusion therapy The RCN is updating the guidelines for infusion therapy which were last published in 2010. These guidelines have been a reference point for good practice in vascular access and intravenous therapy for many organisations and healthcare professionals. NIVAS is represented on the RCN committee by Board member, Nicola York. Nicola will be reporting progress for the RCN committee in our next newsletter and on our website. Thank you to our NIVAS Corporate Members For all enquiries, please contact the NIVAS Secretariat at Succinct Medical Communications Regatta House, 67–71 High Street, Marlow, Buckinghamshire SL7 1AB, UK Tel: +44 (0)1628 897900, Fax: +44 (0)1628 486972 Email: [email protected] www.nivas.org.uk 6 2