Effectiveness Study of the BOA(R)-Constricting IV Band

The BOA(R)-Constricting IV Band: A Single Blind, Cohort Study of Effectiveness

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the BOA(R)-Constricting IV Band is superior to standard methods for starting an IV.

We will test the hypothesis that paramedics and nurses treating in- and out-of-hospital patients with a BOA(R)-Constricting IV Band, compared to paramedics using standard treatment, will have better success rates for peripheral IV access.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Paramedics employed by the City of Houston or nurses employed by Memorial Hermann Hospital - Texas Medical Center
• Agree to participate through written consent process

Exclusion Criteria:

• City of Houston paramedics and Memorial Hermann Hospital - Texas Medical Center nurses who do not provide written informed consent to participate