Course details
Subcutaneous fluid administration is a safe, simple technique that may be used to provide fluid to patients unable to do so by mouth (Martinez-Riquelm, Allison 2005, Walsh 2005). The aim of this study day is to provide nurses with an overview of the principles of subcutaneous fluid administration.
As part of the day participants will identify:
- Key issues in relation to the scope of practice in administrating subcutaneous fluids
- The anatomy and physiology of the Integumentary system
- Subcutaneous hydration
- Decision making and ethical consideration in artificial hydration
- Procedure outlined as per local policy
- Equipment required
- Skin site choice
- Calculations of drip flow rate
- Infection control issues
- Indications, contra indications and prevention of complications in administrating of subcutaneous fluids
This course is for qualified nurses from a variety of settings i.e. nursing homes, hospitals, residential service,intellectual disability service, home care. This course has Category 1 Approval from An Bord Altranais.
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