VASCULAR ACCESS DEVICES: ASSESSING TO REDUCE RISK OF COMPLICATIONS

Course overview

The function of a vascular access device (VAD) is to permit access to the venous circulation without the necessity of repeated venipuncture. Assessing a VAD is an important way to reduce the risk of complications that are associated with VADs. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of relevant research regarding assessing VADs to reduce the risk of complications. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.