The use of paramedics to establish an in-hospital ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous access program

In the face of expanding staffing shortages and a continued need for timely peripheral intravenous catheter placement, it is imperative to explore its application among paramedics. By incorporating ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheter placement into their practice, paramedics may have the potential to improve the efficiency and success of catheter placements, thereby enhancing patient outcomes and streamlining workflow in the emergency department.