Peripheral IV Catheter Insertion: Overview & Demonstration
Post-graduate nursing students, Respiratory Therapists, Medical Assistants, and other interested healthcare providers are welcome to enroll!
This NEWLY UPDATED 4-hour program provides a comprehensive review of the peripheral IV catheter insertion procedure.
Included in this course is a video presentation given by Kay Coulter, CRNI, VA-BC, a live peripheral IV catheter insertion demonstration, a quiz to ascertain your comprehension of the material, and a printable workbook.
We recommend that this online course be followed by skills practice/validation with a qualified clinical preceptor at your place of employment.
Content will include:
- Review of the DIVA patient assessment tool
- Identification of the main peripheral veins available for the insertion of a peripheral IV catheter
- Methods of proper vein assessment
- Accepted methods to prepare the skin prior to IV catheter insertion
- Step-by-step review of proper IV catheter insertion procedural steps
- The pH of an infusate and why it matters
- Appropriate infusates for peripheral vein delivery to prevent chemical phlebitis
- Potential complications and recommended interventions
- Tips for successful vein access and catheter insertion
- Video demonstration of a live peripheral IV catheter insertion
NOTE: The practice of I.V. Therapy must be performed according to an individual’s State scope of practice for their discipline and/or level of licensure. It is the responsibility of each participant to maintain his or her level of proficiency on an annual basis.