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Introduction to IV Skills
Learn how to start an IV. Practice on IV arms and each other. Beginners welcome!
Objectives:
- Assemble the equipment needed to perform a venipuncture.
- Perform an IV insertion using aseptic technique.
- Locate on a diagram the veins in the hand and arm that are used for IV insertions.
- Describe three ways to distend a vein prior to IV insertion:
- Tourniquet
- Gravity flow
- Hot packs
- Describe three complications of IV therapy:
- Extravasation or infiltration
- Post-infusion phlebitis
- Infection
Available Courses
| Intro to IV Skills |
Day: Saturday, November
22,
2008
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Room: Heritage Hall 113
Clock hours: 4
Fee: $120.00 |
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