IV Cannulation & Administration

Course Overview

This course aims to provide an introduction to palliative and end of life care. It explores the principles of palliative care, recognising deterioration, symptom management, communication, advance care planning, and the importance of providing compassionate, person-centred care. The course is suitable for those wishing to gain a broad understanding of caring for people with life-limiting illnesses.

This Course is For

Registered Health Professionals working in any healthcare setting.

Delivery Method

• Pre-course workbook
• Face-to-face practical session

Course Capacity & Cost

• 20 places
• Organisational booking: £700
• Individual booking: £50 per person

Indicative Content

• Legal, ethical and professional considerations
• Patient safety
• Anatomy and physiology
• Vein assessment
• Cannula selection
• Practical IV cannulation
• Infection prevention
• Sharps safety
• Fluid and electrolyte balance
• IV fluid assessment
• Risks and benefits of IV therapy
• Administration of IV fluids
• Administration of IV antibiotics
• Recognising complications
• Documentation
• Escalation procedures