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Venipuncture course cpd

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Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
1 hour · Self-paced
Access to content
365 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
1 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

This course will give an overview of venipuncture and demonstrate how to identify suitable veins. This course will also demonstrate proper safety procedures and view potential complications associated with venipuncture.

CPD

1 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Standards Office

Description

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Describe the term venipuncture.
  • Identify problems in finding suitable veins for venipuncture.
  • Explore complications that can arise from venipuncture.
  • Demonstrate appropriate responses to mitigate problems that occur from complications.
  • Demonstrate proper health and safety procedures.

Course Content

  • Venipuncture – Course Introduction
  • What is Venipuncture?
  • Influencing Factors During Venipuncture
  • Characteristics of a Good Vein
  • Veins to Avoid
  • Site Selection
  • Devices Use in Venipuncture
  • Preparing the Skin for Venipuncture
  • Hemolysis
  • Causes of Hemolysis
  • Prevention of Hemolysis
  • Procedure of Venipuncture – Preparation
  • Procedure of Venipuncture – Administration
  • Needlestick Injuries
  • First Aid

Who is this course for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes:

  • Refresher training
  • Inductions
  • Awareness
  • Knowledge enhancement

Requirements

It is suitable for the following:

  • All individuals who want to improve their knowledge and understanding of Venipuncture
  • Health Care workers
  • Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services, clinical and non-clinical workers
  • Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
  • Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport and volunteers

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