This program is intended to provide
the participant with comprehensive knowledge to properly insert a peripheral
IV catheter, assess the IV site for early signs of complications and to
properly document the assessment and procedure. The participant will receive
in-depth venipuncture theory with multiple opportunities for hands-on participation
to enhance the learning process. Locating veins by palpation will be part
of the practicum. The Infusion Nurse Society (INS) 2011 Standards of Practice
and the CDC 2011 Intravascular Guidelines will be incorporated into this
program. This program details venous anatomy and physiology, vein identification,
criteria for vein selection, device and gauge selection, complications,
legal aspects, documentation, and the venipuncture procedure using a safety
IV catheter.
SPECIAL NOTE :
This is not a blood drawing program.
Due to the OSHA Occupational Exposure
and Bloodborne Pathogens Standards practicum for each seminar will be on
a model.
Course Content
7:30 AM Registration
8:00 Venous Anatomy
8:30
Vein Location
Cephalic Veins
Basilic Veins
9:00
Vein Identification
Vein Assessment Practicum on Partners
Palpation Techniques
Visualization Techniques
9:30 Superficial Arteries / Nerves of the Forearm
10:00 BREAK
10:15 Criteria for Vein Selection
11:00 Selecting Peripheral Access Device ? Gauge
11:15
Complications of Intravenous Therapy
Infiltration Phlebitis Extravasation
12:15 PM LUNCH
1:15
Legal Aspects
Malpractice Insurance Documentation
2:00 Insertion Procedure on Models
3:45 BREAK
4:00 Individualized Skill Validation
5:30 PM
Award of Certificate
On-Site Programs Are Available
Upon Request
