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DOI: DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21088/ijpn.2347.7083.6218.5

Abstract

Background: Peripheral cannulation is one of the commonly used procedures for admitted patients, as they have to undergo many infusions for the administration of medications. The nurse is responsible for maintaining and monitoring IV infusion site and promptly detecting any complication like phlebitis, infiltration, air embolism, infection and fluid overload [1]. Superficial thrombophlebitis, inflammation of superficial veins associated with thrombosis, is a painful condition and approximately 3 to 11% of the population will develop superficial thrombophlebitis during their lifetime. Although generally considered a benign, self-limited disease, it can cause considerable discomfort, impact mobility and lead to further complications. Recent and accumulating evidence suggests that it is often associated with more serious forms of venous thromboembolism (VTE), including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE)2.

Objectives: 1. Determine the effectiveness of hypertonic saline dressing on  superficial thrombophlebitis. 2. Determine the effectiveness of glycerin magnesium sulphate application on superficial thrombophlebitis. 3. Compare the effectiveness hypertonic saline dressing versus glycerin magnesium sulphate application on superficial thrombophlebitis.

Material and Methods: Quasi-experimental design.

Research approach: Quantitative approach.

Sampling technique: Non-probability purposive sampling and sample size: 20 (10 for each selected intervention).

Results: This study shows that when comparing hypertonic saline and glycerin magnesium sulphate, hypertonic saline can reduce pain, erythema and induration as compared to glycerin magnesium sulphate. In case of swelling, glycerin magnesium sulphate seems to be effective than hypertonic saline. The study was conducted for short period of time thus proper generalization is not possible.

Conclusion: The study concluded that hypertonic saline was found to be more effective as compared to glycerin magnesium sulphate.

Keywords: Hypertonic Saline; Glycerin Magnesium Sulphate; Superficial Thrombophlebitis.

Corresponding Author : Ranjana Sharma, Associate Professor**, Department of Medical and Surgical Nursing, Smt. Radhikabai Meghe Memorial College of Nursing, Sawangi (Meghe) Wardha, Maharashtra 442004, India.