Intravenous Drug Administration and Therapy

For nurses and allied health professionals who are responsible for the administration of intravenous (IV) drugs and therapy. Logically presented from anatomy and physiology, procedure and safe maintenance of the line set against the care and management of the patient.

Course Content

Applied anatomy and physiology
Calculation workshop and test
Indications and contra-indications
Legal and professional considerations
Aseptic non-touch technique and infection control
Setting up and maintenance of line patency
Fluid and electrolyte balance
Drawing up and safe administration
Pharmacology and how the drugs work
Pharmacology: modes of administration; drug interactions; displacement values; half lives
Hazards of intravenous therapy
Maintaining accurate fl uid balance records
Legal and professional responsibility

Aims/Outcomes