The Association for Vascular Access does not think so.

From his post of post surgery recovery, they have done a mini film breakdown.

Here is the annotated photo:





First, this PIV has been placed in Aaron’s hand and terminates at his wrist. When he bends his wrist he risks pistoning his catheter which could lead to phlebitis, dislodgment, embolism, infiltration and infection.

PIVs can be placed in the hand, but the tip location is important. And with a patient as young and healthy as Aaron, his probably should have been placed in the arm.

Second, the hair where his PIV was inserted should have been removed prior to being placed. Third, there is blood visible in the cannula, which needs to be flushed. It is also secured with tape. There are better options for securing PIVs. PIVs get dislodged at an alarming rate.

http://www.avainfo.org/default.asp?page=AaronRodgers