Peripherally administered vasopressors in critically ill adult patients: A survey of UK healthcare professional practices, attitudes and experiences.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peripherally administered vasopressor infusions are used to support critically ill patients. The Intensive Care Society recently published guidelines supporting their use. Preliminary evidence suggests variability in peripheral vasopressor infusion use. We aimed to characterise current practice in the use of peripheral vasopressor infusions in the UK National Health Service and to capture the views of healthcare professionals caring for critically ill adult patients.

Method

We conducted an online survey of healthcare professionals from December 2022 to March 2023. Our survey used Google Forms and was shared via email, X (formerly twitter), and mobile phone messaging within the UK. Health Research Authority approval was sought, and ethical approval was not required

SUBMITTER: Hussain N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11549726 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature