Book Details
Format
eBook
Pages
288
Language
English
Published
Jan 16, 2012
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN-10
128340804X
ISBN-13
9781283408042
Description
Venepuncture and cannulation are the most commonly performed invasive procedures in the UK, and are everyday procedures in health care practice. "Venepuncture and Cannulation" is a practical guide to these procedures. It assumes no prior knowledge and equips nurses and other health professionals with the clinical skills and knowledge they need in order to confidently perform venepuncture and cannulation in both hospital and community settings.Explores relevant anatomy and physiologyCovers education and training, as well as legal and ethical issuesConsiders potential complications, and patient perspectivesProvides guidance on the selection of the appropriate vein and equipment, and common blood tests
Genres
Health & Wellness