Venepuncture & Cannulation

Venepuncture:

Identify the suitable veins for Venepuncture

Identify the indications and contraindications for both the practitioner and the patient

To discuss the equipment used for performing Venepuncture

To be made aware of the full procedure and raise awareness for potential policy variations

To provide simulated practise in a controlled environment to help develop Venepuncture skills

To consider Venepuncture from patients point of view

Cannulation:

What is a vein and their structure

Identify the veins associated with cannulation

Characteristics of a good and bad vein

Patient status that may affect undertaking the procedure

Adverse reactions to the procedure

Understand of how to deal with sharps injuries

Correct technique for hand hygiene

Principles of aseptic non-touch techniques

Understanding of universal precautions associated with cannulisation

Professional accountability and implications to practice

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