Peripheral IV Therapy Fundamentals

3 CEs. This 13-module course is intended as an introduction or review for IV Technicians, LPNs, RN, Practitioners, or any other health professional wanting to learn more about basic infusion therapy. Includes Peripheral IV access training.

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Course Content

1. About This Peripheral IV Therapy Fundamentals Course
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2. Course Learning Outcomes
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3. How to Navigate
4. Disclaimer
5. Pre-Course Survey
1. Indications of PIV Therapy
2. Contraindications of PIV Therapy
1. Anatomy Related to IV Therapy
2. Pharmacokinetics of IV Medications
3. The Path of IV Medications in the Body
4. Pharmacodynamics of IV Medications
1. Fluid Balance
2. Key Concepts Related to Fluid Balance
3. Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
4. Electrolytes
5. Knowledge Check
1. Pumps
2. Gravity Infusions
3. Adjusting the Drip by Gravity
4. IV Calculations
5. Knowledge Check
1. Infection Prevention and Control in IV Therapy
1. Local Complications of IV Therapy
2. Systemic Complications of IV Therapy
3. Review Case Study Approach
4. Knowledge Check
1. Types of Peripheral Vascular Access Devices
2. The Short Peripheral Catheter (SPC)
1. Starting and IV using a Short Peripheral Catheter
2. Starting an IV Demonstrations
1. Infusion Equipment and Supplies
2. Alcohol Caps and Infection Control
3. IV Therapy Supplies Product Instructions for Use
1. IV Care and Maintenance
2. Clamping: Required sequence or patient safety?
3. What's Wrong With This IV?
1. Documentation
1. IV Solutions
2. Knowledge Check
1. The Older Adult
2. The Pediatric Patient
1. What you need to know to finish
2. Comprehensive Assessment
3. End of Course Survey
4. References

About this course

48 lessons
1 hour of video content

Peripheral IV Therapy Fundamentals

Course Content

Welcome

About IV Therapy

Indications and Contraindications of Peripheral IV Therapy

Anatomy Related to PIV Therapy

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

IV Fluid Regulation

Infection Prevention Related to IV Therapy

Complications of PIV Therapy

Peripheral Vascular Access Devices (PVADs)

Peripheral Vascular Access Device (PVAD) Site Selection, Preparation, and Insertion

Infusion Equipment and Supplies

IV Care and Maintenance

Documentation

Infusion Solutions

Age-Related Considerations

Completing your course

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