University Centre for Rural Health are holding an IV cannulation and venepuncture workshop in Lismore this March.
What will be covered?
- review anatomy & physiology of veins/arteries
- client preparation & education
- site selection
- special precautions & safety considerations
- safe use of local anaesthetic & infection control issues
- techniques for cannulation & venepuncture
- complications related to the procedures
- practice on a simulation model arm