Table 1 Summary of the trial intervention

Education delivered via (i) verbal presentation with slide deck, (ii) practical demonstration, and (iii) electronic resources.

Guidelines for PIVC flushing

• Assessment of catheter and site

• Pre/post drug administration

• At least Q8h if not in use*

• Use of single-dose manufacturer-prepared prefilled syringe^†

• Volume of at least X2 the length and diameter of the catheter^‡

• Use of gentle, pulsatile technique

• Documentation of flush (medication or fluid chart)