IV Cannulation
This practical workshop will provide participants with valuable skills and knowledge to prepare them for undertaking IV Cannulation competence in their workplace. At the completion of the workshop, participants will have their cannulation competency individually assessed on a cannulation 'model' arm.
Workshop Content:
Course Content
- Review anatomy & physiology of veins/arteries
- Client preparation & education
- IV cannulation site selection
- Special precautions & safety considerations
- Cannula selection
- Safe use of local anaesthetic & infection control issues
- IV cannulation procedure
- Complications related to the procedure &/or site
- Competency assessment on a simulation 'model' arm
- Self Directed Learning Package (sent prior to the workshop)
Course Brochure
For more information and to book, please download the:
IV Cannulation course brochure.
2013 Course Dates
Semester One
- March 18th
- May 7th
- June 13th
- July 31st
- September 16th
- November 27th
Course Details
Time: 8.30am - 12.30pm
Cost: $285.00 (GST Inclusive)
Venue: Brisbane International Windsor
Cnr Lutwyche Rd & Bryden St
Windsor QLD 4030
Catering: Morning tea provided
Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) Points
Attendance at HealthCare Training Service courses earns you Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) points, as part of the Royal College of Nursing, Australia (RCNA) Lifelong Learning Program.
These courses have been endorsed by APEC No. 050422109 as authorised by RCNA according to approved criteria. Nurses earn 6 CNE Points.
In addition, attendance at this course provides you with 6 Continuing Professional Development hours as part of your planned learning activities to maintain, improve and broaden your knowledge, expertise and competence (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, March 2010).