Patient experiences severe pain and vasovagal response during IV insertions due to nurse not adjusting technique for fragile veins.

Implied Software Gaps

• No patient-controlled system to communicate vein condition and preferences to clinician
• No tool to alert when tourniquet is applied too tightly or too long

VeinGuard IV Assist

A mobile app and wearable patch that helps patients communicate vein fragility and guides nurses with personalized insertion protocols. The app stores patient vein maps and preferences, while the patch uses sensors to alert when tourniquet is too tight or on too long, reducing pain and complications.