VENIPUNCTURE REVIEW

Course overview

This program is intended for the medical healthcare professional involved with process of infusion therapy. It is intended as a basic introduction into the basic principles of phlebotomy and intravenous administration. The program content reviews the basic anatomy and physiology of the venous system and focuses on the principles of site selection, skin preparation, the insertion procedure, and documentation. Specific types of equipment will be described. Issues related to medication administration are explored, as well as nursing assessment and management of the patient receiving infusion therapy are reviewed.