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A Parallel-Group Randomized Controlled Trial Of The Boa®-Constricting Iv Band, Richard N. Bradley
A Parallel-Group Randomized Controlled Trial Of The Boa®-Constricting Iv Band, Richard N. Bradley
Richard N Bradley
Background. Few studies have demonstrated the ideal technique for placement of peripheral venous access.
Objectives. The purpose of this study was to conduct a randomized, controlled trial to determine if there was a difference in success rates for establishing peripheral intravenous lines (IVs) when using the BOA® Constricting Band (BOA) compared to a standard elastic tourniquet.
Methods. Eligible participants were paramedics working in the out-of-hospital setting and nurses working in a trauma center. The intervention group intended to use the BOA® for all IV attempts, while the control group intended to use standard elastic tourniquets. The primary outcome was success …
Clinical Parameters For Australian Practice: Modes Of Care., Dennis M. Richards
Clinical Parameters For Australian Practice: Modes Of Care., Dennis M. Richards
Dennis M Richards
This document presents, describes, defines, classifies and rates, according to published evidence, procedures commonly used by Australian chiropractors in the care of their patients.
Clinical Parameters For Australian Practice. Modes Of Care, Dennis M. Richards
Clinical Parameters For Australian Practice. Modes Of Care, Dennis M. Richards
Dennis M Richards
In 1994 I was invited to write the ‘Modes of Care’ chapter for the Chiropractors’ Association of Australia’s ‘Clinical Parameters for Australian Practice’ clinical guidelines document. This took over a year of work and the final document I submitted was of 21,285 words and 497 references. It's purpose was to describe and rate procedures commonly used by Australian chiropractors in the care of their patients.