The use of medical breathable tape in pediatric indwelling needles

In pediatric nursing, the use of intravenous catheters is a common and important treatment method, which not only reduces the pain caused by repeated punctures for babies, but also ensures the continuous and effective infusion of therapeutic drugs. However, for lively and active children, how to properly fix the indwelling needle to prevent it from falling off or shifting has become a common concern for every pediatric healthcare worker and parent. Today, the editor has collected some tips summarized by senior nurses on using tape to fix pediatric intravenous catheters, and will introduce them to you.

Key points for fixing the indwelling needle:

1. After successful puncture, the hose is exposed 2mm
2. Kangli Di plaster is fully shaped and fixed, with no tension adhesive
3. U-shaped fixed and elevated platform
4. Seal the tube clamp near the puncture point
5. Fully expose the puncture site

Tip 1: After fixing the indwelling needle using conventional methods, use breathable tape to reinforce the upper and lower sides or four sides of the patch.

This fixation method significantly reduces the replacement rate and curling rate of the indwelling needle application, thereby reducing the occurrence of complications such as needle tube slippage and blood leakage, effectively prolonging the use time of the indwelling needle, alleviating the pain of the child, and reducing the workload of the nurse. Protect the patient's life channel and safeguard their health!

Tip 2: After fixing the regular indwelling needle film, use Kangli Di Yile Gu tape to strengthen the fixation. Fix the tape with the retention time written on it on one side of the window.

Using Kangli Di medical breathable tape elastic cloth window type fixed retention needle, the elastic tape plays a fixing role on the four edges of the transparent film, avoiding the film curling and causing weak adhesion during application; After opening the window, it is convenient for nurses and family members to promptly detect whether there is redness, swelling, exudation, and other local conditions.

Medical breathable tape has demonstrated extraordinary charm and value in the fixation of indwelling needles. It is not only a capable assistant in the hands of medical staff, but also a guardian of patient comfort and safety.