This episode looks at the procedure of Intravenous Cannulation.
A cannula is a flexible plastic tube, which is inserted into a vein to allow medication and or fluid to be administered intravenously. When choosing the cannula size, you must take into account the intended use for the cannula and the accessibility of the patient’s veins. Aim to use the smallest appropriate cannula to meet the clinical need in order to minimise vascular complications.
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