Intraosseous Vascular Access

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (62 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

10

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

1 Sep 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


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Activity Description

Obtaining vascular access is often difficult and delays patient care in the prehospital and hospital setting. Intraosseous (IO) access is a fast and reliable route to give medications and infusions of any type. This activity reviews IO access, explains how to place an intraosseous device, and reviews how it can be used effectively by the health care team to enhance patient outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the anatomical structures of importance in intraosseous access.

  • Describe the equipment, personnel, preparation, and technique pertinent to intraosseous access.

  • Review the appropriate evaluation of the potential complications and their clinical significance of intraosseous access.

  • Summarize interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication to advance intraosseous access and improve outcomes.

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