Prospective observational study of peripheral intravenous cannula utilisation and frequency of intravenous fluid delivery in the emergency department-Convenience or necessity?

Background: Peripheral Intravenous Cannulas (PIVCs) are frequently utilised in the Emergency Department (ED) for delivery of medication and phlebotomy. They are associated with complications and have an associated cost to departmental resources. A growing body of international research suggests many of the PIVCs inserted in the ED are unnecessary.