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OverviewVenepuncture 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. 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 Appendix 1: Self-assessment checklist for venepuncture to ensure safe practice Appendix 2: Self-assessment checklist for cannulation to ensure safe practice Full Product DetailsAuthor: Nicola BrooksPublisher: M&K Update Ltd Imprint: M&K Publishing, an imprint of M&K Update Ltd Edition: 2nd Revised edition ISBN: 9781905539505ISBN 10: 1905539509 Pages: 112 Publication Date: 13 February 2017 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |