Speech Outline: How to Start an Iv

How to Start an IV Introduction Attention Getter How many another(prenominal) people here contract ever had to get an IV in the hospital? Was it a positive or negative meet for you? If you are one of the people that said yes then you know it can be a frightening and some clocks painful experience. What I am nigh to explain to you comes from my 8 years of experience as an jot fashion concur starting thousands of IVs. Some of the things I tell you could help you escort the process better and ease your anxiety for any future emergency room visit you or your loved one may have. particular purpose To demonstrate and explain the process of starting an IVCredibility As a registered nurse for eight years I start IVs on a daily basis and I am a resource nurse for nurses whose patients are difficult to start IVs on from pediatric to geriatric patients. dissertation Today I want to share my expertise on establishing intravenous access by explaining the process from preparation to disc ontinuing IV access. Body I. preparation A. Basic preparation/Standard precautions 1. Explain function 2. Wash work force 3. sacrifice gloves 4. Position patient 5. Procedure assistant (if needed) B. Locate vein 1. Apply tourniquet 2. Assess vein a. Length b. Depth c. circuit d. Fullness 3.Choose IV size 4. Remove tourniquet C. Pediatric local anesthetic 1. Time warranted 2. Topical EMLA Cream 3. Subcutaneous lidocaine II. Insertion (Demo) A. instal equipment 1. Set up supplies B. Insert IV 1. Clean site (Chlorhexadine) 2. beguilement 3. Insert angiocath a. 30 degree angle 4. Blood flash 5. roll catheter 6. Remove needle a. Apply impel 7. Attach T connector/extension tubing a. Secure device b. Apply tegaderm C. Assess noticeability 1. Blood collection a. Pull syringe (3 mL, 5 mL, 10 mL) b. have-to doe with tube holder 2. Saline flush a. Educate patient b. flush(p) 5-10 mL NS c. Assess flow and site III.Monitoring A. Ongoing assessment 1. s conclusion off site 2. Intact dressing 3. Intermittent flush 4. KVO fluids B. Infection cake 1. Hospital start 72 hours 2. Rescue start 24 hours 3. Signs of transmitting 4. Medication administration C. Discontinuing IV access 1. Explain procedure 2. Apply gloves 3. Remove tegaderm/tape 4. Remove angiocath 5. Assess angiocath 6. Apply gauze with pressure 7. Apply tape Conclusion Today I have show the process of starting an IV on a patient. As you have seen the procedure requires expert skill and precision along with confidence and experience to achieve optimal results.Following proper technique can prevent organisation error, injury, and infection. It is also important to remember that patient education before and during the procedure can help reduce anxiety, stress, and fear. Memorable Ending The next time you find you or your loved one on the other end of a needle having an IV placed remember this demonstration. If you have questions or concerns about the procedure dont hesitate to talk to your nurse. Nurse s commonly welcome the opportunity to provide education because it demonstrates our skill and knowledge in addition to providing emotional support and compassion for our patients.