Venepuncture:
Identify the suitable veins for Venepuncture
Identify the indications and contraindications for both the practitioner and the patient
To discuss the equipment used for performing Venepuncture
To be made aware of the full procedure and raise awareness for potential policy variations
To provide simulated practise in a controlled environment to help develop Venepuncture skills
To consider Venepuncture from patients point of view
Cannulation:
What is a vein and their structure
Identify the veins associated with cannulation
Characteristics of a good and bad vein
Patient status that may affect undertaking the procedure
Adverse reactions to the procedure
Understand of how to deal with sharps injuries
Correct technique for hand hygiene
Principles of aseptic non-touch techniques
Understanding of universal precautions associated with cannulisation
Professional accountability and implications to practice
