The purpose of the evidence-based practice change project
(EBPCP) was to implement best practice guidelines
for
the prevention and assessment of peripheral IV complications,
resulting in an increase in the level of knowledge
among pediatric nurses in managing them. The
project
included a comprehensive educational plan
focused
on evidence-based guidelines for pediatric
peripheral
IV site care and increasing the frequency of
assessment
for short peripheral catheters from every
2
hours to every 1 hour. Education was provided to all
nurses
practicing on a designated unit. Participants’
knowledge
of the subject was evaluated before and after
the
educational session, using a written test with scenario-based
questions. Approval from the facility’s Quality
Improvement
Committee was obtained before implementing
the project.