Cannulation Training (IV TECHNIQUE)
Cannulation training will teach you a technique used to provide a patient with medication fluids such as antibiotics, vitamin cocktails, blood products and chemotherapy. Essential qualification for doctors attending the PLAB 2 exam but not only. Cannulation training is delivered at our School, using mannequin arms and hospital-like medical equipment.
Cannulation training refers to the process of teaching healthcare professionals how to insert a cannula (a thin tube) into a vein or body cavity. It is commonly used in medical procedures to administer fluids, medications, or to collect blood samples.
The key components of cannulation training typically include:
Anatomy and Physiology Review:
– Understanding the veins, especially in the arm, where cannulation is most common.
– Knowing the signs of a vein (like its size, depth, and position) to choose the right site for insertion.
Types of Cannulas:
– Different sizes (gauge) for different purposes (e.g., smaller gauges for fluids, larger ones for blood products).
– Understanding various materials and lengths used for cannulas.
Indications and Contraindications:
– Understanding when cannulation is appropriate (e.g., emergency situations, routine blood tests).
– Knowing the risks and complications, like infection or infiltration, and when cannulation should not be attempted (e.g., on veins with previous trauma).
Equipment Familiarity:
– Familiarizing with sterile equipment: gloves, antiseptic wipes, cannula, saline flush, and dressing.
– Proper disposal of sharps.
Cannulation Technique:
– Preparation: Ensure the patient is in a comfortable position and that the site is prepared with antiseptic.
– Vein Selection: The healthcare professional should select a vein that is easily accessible, typically the cephalic or median cubital vein in the arm.
– Insertion: Holding the skin taut, inserting the needle at a 15–30 degree angle to the skin, and advancing the cannula until blood is visible in the flashback chamber (signifying the needle has entered the vein).
– Securing the Cannula: Once correctly positioned, the needle is removed, the cannula is secured with a dressing, and the site is flushed to ensure patency.
Complications and Troubleshooting:
– Learning how to address common issues, such as failure to get blood return, hematoma formation, or accidental artery puncture.
– Dealing with extravasation or infiltration (when the cannula moves out of the vein or medication leaks out).
Post-Procedure Care:
– Monitoring the site for signs of infection or complications.
– Properly documenting the procedure, including the site and gauge of the cannula.
Practice:
– Simulation and hands-on practice are essential. Trainers may use models, or even practice on other healthcare staff, before performing the procedure on actual patients.
– Training often occurs under supervision, particularly in clinical settings.
Is there a specific aspect of cannulation training you’re interested in?
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Indications
- Contraindications
- How to create vascular access by cannula
- How to cannulate
- Normal fluid requirements
ELIGIBILITY
- All participants are welcome to join the cannulation training. No previous qualifications or experience are required.
- The required age is 18.
- A qualification in Phlebotomy/Venepuncture is a must!
CANNULATION TRAINING DURATION
- One day training: 4-6h
CERTIFICATION
- CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE
- FULLY ACCREDITED BY CPD GROUP
- NO EXPIRY DATE- A LIFETIME LONG QUALIFICATION
- NATIONALLY RECOGNISED
- INSURABLE
PAYMENTS
- Online payment – purchasing the course directly from the website.
- Alternative payment methods: Bank transfer or cash/card or pay by instalment in our School – please contact our office for further information.
- Discount applied on any 3 or more clinical skills courses when booked together. Discount does not apply to work experience sessions.
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