Point of Care UltraSound (POCUS) Use for Intravenous Catheter Placement During Pediatric Interfacility Transport

Point of Care UltraSound (POCUS) Use for Intravenous Catheter Placement During Pediatric Interfacility Transport

This study will determine the efficacy of POCUS (Point of Care UltraSound) for intravenous (IV) access during pediatric interfacility transport. The Butterfly iQ+ (Lightning) device will be used. Children requiring IV access for transport will be randomized to POCUS-Assisted IV placement or traditional IV placement. We will examine and compare first attempt success rates with each method.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Pediatric patients requiring IV access prior to transport by the Angel One Transport Team back to Arkansas Children's Hospital
• Age group: 2 weeks - 18 years

Exclusion Criteria:

• Adequate IV Access
• NICU transports
• Patients not needing IV access