Cannulation Flashcards
1
Q
A
2
Q
Equipment for IV cannulation
A
- 10 ml Saline flush
- IV dressing
- Torniquet
- Gloves
- Alcohol swab
- Tape
- Local anaesthic (if necessary)
- Scissors for hair removal (if necessary)
3
Q
BLAT
A
Blood return
Advance cannula
Level off
Advance into vein
Torniquet removal
Stylet removal
4
Q
Peripheral IV insertion steps
A
- Prepare requisits
- Apply the torniquet
- Site selection
- Prepare the site
- Vein stabilization
- Approach the vein
- Insert the cannula
- Remove the torniquet
- Attach set/luer lock