IH81 Phlebotomy, cannulation and IV administration essentials

Course summary

This comprehensive 2 day workshop looks at both the theoretical and practical aspects of venepuncture, cannulation and IV drug adminstration. It is aimed at meeting the needs of nurses from community or acute settings who are new or who would like to refresh their knowledge and skills in these areas. By the end of the course participants will feel able to safely work towards competence in their own workplace.

Who should attend?

Acute care nurses
Community nurses
Allied health professionals such as paramedics

Cost

Course duration	Course CPD	In-house Course
2 day(s)	14 hour(s)	POA

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Aims / objectives

Have a solid understanding of the indications and implications of venepuncture and cannulation
Be more competent at safe venepuncture and peripheral cannulation techniques
Have a firm grounding for working towards full competence of these procedures
Recognise possible complications and their appropriate management
To differentiate between peripheral and central venous access and types of devices for both
To describe theoretical and practical principles for preparing and administering IV therapy
To explore the professional, legal, and ethical issues of IV therapy

Course programme

Day 1- Venepuncture and Cannulation Skills

Indications for venepuncture and cannulation
Health and safety, infection control
Equipment type and choices
Anatomy overview, choice of site
Demonstration of the basics
Practical skills session
Red flags, complications
Dealing with difficult venepuncture
Dealing with difficult cannulation
More practice, practice, practice

Day 2- IV Therapy

Methods for delivering IV therapy (continuous, intermittent, bolus injection)
Central venous access devices
Preparation of IV therapy
Drug calculations
Drug compatibility and instability
Administration of IV therapy including pump devices
Nursing responsibilities for the IV site and maintaining line patency
Potential complications and problems associated with IV drug administration.
Implications for IV therapy delivery in the community/acute setting.
Professional, legal, and ethical issues of IV therapy

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