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The has completed into the use of ultrasound techniques to assist with patient needle treatments.

The (FAAIRI) service, led by nurses for children in Australia with difficult intravenous cannula access, is operated by the (SAMI) for patients at the (WCH).

The technique uses an ultrasound to determine the exact聽location of veins in order to ensure needles and cannula are inserted correctly on the first attempt. Conducted in partnership with SAMI and the WCH Network, the UniSA study explored the experiences of children who needed regular needle treatments, particularly those who had failed cannulation attempts due to 鈥樷�� (DVA).

Researchers found that children with DVA experienced distress before (as insomnia, anxiety), during (fear or terror) and after their needle experience (in some instances, psychological distress).

鈥淚ntravenous cannulas (IVs) are one of the most common invasive hospital procedures for paediatric patients. But while these are a routine part of everyday health care, many children describe IVs as one of the most painful procedures in hospital,鈥� said from UniSA鈥檚 .

鈥淐hildren with chronic health conditions, such as cancer and cerebral palsy, are at greater risk because they鈥檙e required to undergo repeated treatments via intravenous cannulas.鈥�

, Paediatric Vascular Access Nurse Consultant for the research team, said the addition of the ultrasound when performing a needle and cannula insertion will benefit children with DVA.

鈥淏y using ultrasound technology, we can accurately guide the cannula in, ensuring we get it right, first time. Ultrasound allows us to see exactly where the vein is and to quickly insert a needle with as little discomfort as possible,鈥� Baring said.

The FAAIRI team have also begun training medical professionals in identifying DVA in order for patients to be referred directly to the team at the WCH.

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