Overview

Background: Different co-creation methods were used to design and prototype a new fixative device for multiple intravenous therapies with the ability to control and identify the pharmacological therapy administered to a patient. Objectives: To validate a newly created device for the reduction of complications related to the use of intravenous therapy Methods: A multidisciplinary team composed of eight professionals specializing in the field of critical care and an engineering professional in industrial design was responsible for collecting, evaluating, and materializing the ideas and needs arising from clinical practice in a device that met the standards of the same.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients admitted to the intensive care unit
• patients with authorization to take part in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with pre-existing medical conditions: Patients with diseases affecting coagulation, such as hemophilia or thrombocytopathies, could be excluded.
• Active infection patients: Any patient with vascular access site infections or systemic infections may be excluded to avoid complications.
• Inability to give informed consent: Patients who are unable to understand or consent to participate in the study.