Parents as vein detectives: new study aims to make kids' needle sticks less traumatic
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This study is testing whether a simple guide (a "landmark") on the forearm can help parents and staff place a numbing patch in the exact spot where a vein is likely to be found using ultrasound. The goal is to make starting an IV less stressful for young children. About 75 childr…
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Last updated May 18, 2026 12:02 UTC