• INTRAVENOUS CANNULATION •

DEFINATION:-Intravenous (IV) cannulation is a technique in which a cannula is placed inside a vein

to provide venous access.

INDICATIONS:-

-Venous access allows For

-Blood and Blood products

-Administration of fluids

-Medications

-Parenteral Nutrition

-Chemotherapy

PROCESS:-

*Step 01- Ensure that you have all of your equipment –

Cotton, Spirit Swab, Gloves, Tourniquet, IV Cannula Suitable Bandage, Syringe.

*Step 02 - Identify the patient and introduce yourself to the patient.

*Step 03- Apply the tourniquet and re-check the vein.

*Step 04- Insert the needle, bevel upwards at about 30 degrees.Advance the needle until a flashback of blood
is seen in the hub at the back of the cannula.

*Step 05-Release the tourniquet, apply pressure to the vein at the tip of the cannula and remove the needle
fully.Remove the cap from the needle and put this on the end of the cannula.

*Step 06- Apply the dressing to the cannula to fix it in place and ensure that the date sticker has been
completed and applied.

IV Cannula Size:-
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#TYPES:-
There are 3 main types of IV cannulas

1) Peripheral IV cannula:-

The most commonly used IV cannula, the peripheral IV cannula is usually used for
emergency room and surgical patients, or for those individuals who undergo radiological
imaging. Each of these IV lines is used for up to four days and not beyond that. It is attached
to an IV catheter and then taped to the skin by making use of adhesive tape or a non-allergic
alternative.

2) Central line IV cannula:-

This type of IV cannula is used for patients who are undergoing prolonged treatments and
require medication or fluids to be administered over multiple weeks or months. They help in
faster delivery of medicines for producing fast responses. They are also a good choice for
transferring large amounts of blood or any other fluid into the patient’s body. This IV cannula
is inserted into the jugular vein located in the neck, subclavian vein or the femoral vein.

3) Mid-line IV cannula:-

This is the perfect choice for those patients who are undergoing a treatment that lasts for
more than five days but less than a month. They are considered a less invasive method and
are most commonly used for drawing out blood samples or delivering contents. The IV tube
is placed on a large vein in the upper part of the patients arm.

Itis important to know the different types of cannulas and their usage for effective and
proper treatment of the patient.
These should be used only after careful examination and a doctor’s approval. •∆•