Background: Midlines are peripheral vascular devices inserted in the veins of the upper extremity with the tip located at or below the axillary vein. Greater appreciation of complications associated with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) and the diffusion of catheter appropriateness criteria has led to expanded use of these devices. However, single center studies comparing […]

Background: Pain management is complex, and multiple variables may affect pain relief for patients. It is estimated that roughly 40% of hospitalized patients experience moderate to severe pain. Because hospitalists now care for an increasing number of inpatients across the United States, developing hospitalist‐based quality improvement for pain is essential, both for improving patient care […]

Background: Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is a morbid and potentially lethal complication. National policies related to CLABSI mandate public reporting of this adverse event, with hospitals receiving penalties based on their CLABSI rates. Contemporary data suggest that peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) placed outside critical care settings are a large contributor to hospital CLABSI […]