Venipuncture Course

Description

Course details

Venipuncture Online Training 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.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

What You will learn

Venipuncture Course Learning Objectives

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.

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 1

• 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

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Venipuncture free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Venipuncture training 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

It is suitable for the following:

• 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

Venipuncture FAQ

Venipuncture Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Venipuncture course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Venipuncture course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Venipuncture course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Venipuncture certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Venipuncture course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Venipuncture course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Venipuncture course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Venipuncture course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Venipuncture course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Venipuncture course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.