This activity has been approved by the RACGP for 5.5 hours of CPD activity in the 2023-25 TrienniumÂ
5.5 CPD Activity hours
Activity ID: 407096
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Overview:
This comprehensive workshop is designed for healthcare professionals including nurses, doctors, and radiologists. It covers the essentials of intravenous (IV) cannulation, from theoretical knowledge to hands-on practice, ensuring all participants gain valuable skills and insights applicable to their roles.
Who Can Attend?
- Nurses: Focus on patient care, safety, and practical skills.
- Doctors: Emphasis on clinical indications, supervision, and procedural understanding.
- Radiologists: Relevant for understanding IV access in the context of imaging procedures.
Workshop Schedule:
- 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Delegate Arrival and Registration
- 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Welcome and Introduction
- 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM: Session 1: Indications, Patient Education, Consent, Documentation
- Theory (15 minutes)
- Interactive Practice (15 minutes)
- 11:15 AM – 11:30 AM: Session 2: Anatomy, Vein Assessment, and Site Selection
- Theory (15 minutes)
- Interactive Practice (15 minutes)
- 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Session 3: Equipment, Infection Control, Cannulation Procedure
- Theory and Demonstration (20 minutes)
- Interactive Practice (10 minutes)
- 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Session 4: Contraindications and Complications
- Theory (15 minutes)
- Q&A (15 minutes)
- 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
- 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM: Session 5: Skill Station
- Site Selection, Preparation, IV Cannulation Procedure, Blood Sampling, Fluid and Medication Administration (45 minutes)
- 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM: Session 6: Individual Assessment
- Practical Session (30 minutes)
- 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM: Course Review and Q&A
Certification:
All participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the day, acknowledging their competency in IV cannulation.
Venue:
ARIMGSASÂ
5th Floor /Â 3 Bowen Crescent,
Melbourne 3004 VIC