Long Versus Short Axis Approach for Ultrasound Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access

Long Versus Short Axis Approach for Ultrasound Guided Peripheral Intravenous Access: A Randomized Control Trial

To compare a long axis approach versus short axis when placing peripheral IVs using ultrasound guidance.

Patients needing an USGPIV will be randomized into long or short axis orientation. Emergency Medicine residents will place the IV using an ultrasound.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Hemodynamically stable patients requiring placement of an USGPIV.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Hemodynamically unstable
• Unable to consent