Tag: Iv failure

Studies show that peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter failure rates can be as high as 46% to 50% [1.2.1, 1.2.6]. Understanding **why an IV would stop working** is crucial for patient safety and treatment efficacy, as nearly every hospitalized patient may experience some form of IV complication [1.2.1].

Studies show that up to 36% of all peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs) fail before the intended end of treatment [1.2.2]. Knowing what makes an IV go bad is crucial for patient safety and effective medical care, involving issues like infiltration, phlebitis, and occlusion [1.2.2, 1.2.4].