Practicals · Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · General clinical and critical care skills
Venepuncture and peripheral vascular access
- Type
- Procedure
- Curriculum level
- PI - perform independently (NMC)
- Also called
- IV cannulation
Videos and resources
- VideoINTRAVENOUS CANNULATION IN 3 EASY STEPS2:59
- VideoVenepuncture - How to take a blood sample - OSCE Guide | UKMLA | CPSA | PLAB 23:10
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Where the curriculum asks for it
“Therapeutic skills: Venepuncture and establishment of vascular access,” ( NBEMS DrNB direct 6-year curriculum, page 17)
“Acquire skills in routine ward procedures (wound dressings and peripheral vascular access).” ( NMC DM/MCh guidelines, page 4)