Abstract
The nurse's role in intravenous therapy can result in professional satisfaction, but also increased professional risk and liability. The author argues that nurses must have a clear understanding of the legal and professional aspects of intravenous therapy to maintain their professional integrity.
MeSH terms
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Documentation
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Humans
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Infusions, Intravenous / instrumentation
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Infusions, Intravenous / nursing*
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Infusions, Intravenous / standards
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Liability, Legal*
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Medication Errors / prevention & control
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Nurse's Role*
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Nursing Records / legislation & jurisprudence
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Professional Competence / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Professional Competence / standards
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Quality Assurance, Health Care / organization & administration
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Risk Management / organization & administration
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United Kingdom