My institution is currently working on drafting standing orders for the use of topical anesthetic with peripheral IV starts..
They are looking for help with the wording and are wondering what is currently out there at other institutions.
Any help is appreciated.
Carolyn Bonanno RN
Sorry not topical, itradermal lidocaine specifically.
Carolyn Bonanno RN
This is addressed in the 2016 INS Policy and Procedure book. Lynn
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