Venepuncture and IV Cannulation (2/5) - Equipment selection
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Venepuncture and IV Cannulation (2/5) - Equipment selection

Health Staff Ed
Updated Aug 30, 2019

Course Overview

Selecting the right equipment for a procedure improves clinician and patient safety. Developing knowledge and skills in this will contribute to reducing the pain and complications associated with venepuncture and IV cannulation.

The course is a comprehensive package designed for all clinicians who are required to perform these procedures. It meets the requirements for the theoretical component of a blended competency based learning package.

This is part 2 of a 5 part course:

  1. Venepuncture and IV Cannulation: Indications and vein selection
  2. Venepuncture and IV Cannulation: Equipment selection
  3. Venepuncture and IV Cannulation: Special considerations for paediatrics and neonates
  4. Venepuncture: A step-by-step procedural guide
  5. IV Cannulation: A step-by-step procedural guide

This course has been written by health content experts and peer reviewed.

Target Audience

Nurses and Midwives

Learning Objectives

Participants will learn the importance of equipment selection based on the procedure and how patient comfort can be optimised through appropriate selection.

Business Outcomes

This module, part 2 of a 5 module course, provides essential learning for all clinicians involved in performing IV cannulation or venepuncture.

The course is designed to optimise the integration of learning into practice.

It is consistent with current best practice guidelines and will meet the requirements for the theoretical component of a blended competency based learning package.

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