Venepuncture And Cannulation

Length of course: Full Day

Aim:

To provide staff with theoretical and practical knowledge of the safe handling and delivery of the task.

Some of the course content:

	What is venepuncture and cannulation and why is it necessary?
	Learning the practical skills
	Understand the potential problems when obtaining blood and cannulating the patient
	Gain an understanding of how to deal with adverse reactions
	Minimise the risk of needle stick injury
	Experience the practical aspect of obtaining blood and inserting a cannula
	Professional Accountability
	Anatomy
	Infection Control
	Pain
	Quiz