<p>Venepuncture and Cannulation A Practical Guide offers an easy-to-read, comprehensive account of the practical procedures of venepuncture and intravenous cannulation. It provides the underlying theory and underpinning knowledge required, as well as a step-by-step approach that will enable healthcare practitioners to carry out these procedures safely, efficiently and with confidence. This book is intended as a supplementary resource for those involved in practising or teaching these procedures, for healthcare practitioners wishing to update their knowledge, and for novice practitioners learning these skills for the first time. Each chapter contains intended learning outcomes and points for practice. Some chapters also include helpful illustrations and practical activities, and the book ends with two self-assessment checklists. This second edition has been thoroughly updated and includes a very useful Test yourself chapter at the end of the book. Readers can now test their knowledge by answering the relevant questions. They can also identify any gaps in their current level of knowledge or skill, as well as further learning opportunities that may be required to support their practice. Contents include: What are venepuncture and cannulation An overview of the circulatory system and the related anatomy and physiology of the peripheral vascular system Vein selection Preparing yourself, your environment and your patient Venepuncture techniques Venepuncture when things go wrong Cannulation Cannulation techniques Cannulation when things go wrong Reducing risks when carrying out venepuncture and cannulation Test your knowledge Appendix 1: Self-assessment checklist for venepuncture to ensure safe practice Appendix 2: Self-assessment checklist for cannulation to ensure safe practice</p>

Venepuncture & Cannulation

Medical Books

Brooks, Nicola

Medicine

M&K Publishing, an imprint of M&K Update Ltd

<p>This handy book, written by the author of the very popular Venepuncture and Cannulation: A Practical Guide, offers step-by-step guidance in how to administer intravenous fluids and medicines. It will be equally helpful, whether you are already practising intravenous therapy and wish to refresh or update your knowledge or you are learning this skill for the first time. Each chapter contains intended learning outcomes, clinical points for practice, and activities that enable you to relate the content to your own clinical area. The book opens with a general discussion of intravenous therapy, followed by an overview of the circulatory system and different types of intravenous access. The author explains how to calculate medication doses, and describes relevant aspects of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. She looks at safe techniques used in the administration of intravenous fluids and medications, and how to use different types of infusion devices, as well as the potential risks, complications and adverse reactions associated with intravenous therapy. The final chapter explores the professional responsibilities of the healthcare practitioner. Contents: What is intravenous therapy and why is it used An overview of the circulatory system and related anatomy and physiology of the peripheral vascular system Intravenous access and care of the site Calculating medication doses How drugs work an introduction to pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics Safe administration of intravenous fluids and medicines Using an infusion device Risk, complications and adverse reactions Professional responsibilities Appendices: - Competency checklist for the preparation of intravenous therapy using a bolus method - Competency checklist for the preparation of intravenous therapy using an intermittent or continuous infusion method - Record of supervised practice</p>

Intravenous Therapy Administration

Nursing

M&K Update Ltd

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