Why IV Safety Matters
Intravenous (IV) therapy is one of the most common procedures in healthcare - but also one of the most vulnerable.
Medication preparation errors and failed vascular access attempts continue to impair patient outcomes, clinician workload, and hospital performance.
The Hidden Risk in IV Therapy: Medication Identification & Administration
Medication Preparation Errors Are Frequent
Medication preparation and administration rely on rapid visual identification of syringes, vials, and ampoules. Similar labeling, interruptions, and routine multitasking can make correct identification difficult, even in standard clinical workflows.
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Wrong drug
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Wrong concentration
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Incorrect volume
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Expired drug
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Mislabeling or non-labeling
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Double-check failures due to overload
Consequences
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Patient harm and adverse drug events
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Disrupted care delivery and clinician overload
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Increased institutional risk, cost, and liability
Key Safety Insight
Up to 70% of IV medication administrations involve at least one error.
The Challenge of Vascular Access
First Attempt Failure is Common
Many patients require multiple punctures because needle alignment is a fully manual process that depends on continuous stability and coordination.
Consequences
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Pain and discomfort
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Delays in treatment
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Higher resource use
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Additional risk of complications
This is not a training issue: it's a workflow and tooling gap.
