Florida IV Therapy Education
This course fulfills the Florida Board of Nursing’s education components required for the Licensed Practical Nurse to practice infusion therapy. The Florida Board of Nursing has delineated very specific content to be included in the LPN infusion curriculum and specifics may be viewed in the Florida BON Rules, Chapter: 64B9-12.005 Competency and Knowledge Requirements Necessary to Qualify the LPN to Administer IV Therapy. This comprehensive 30-hour online education course is made for LPNs but also provides an excellent refresher course for the Registered Nurse or as a primer for new RNs.
In early 2024, the Infusion Nurses Society (INS), recognized as the global authority in infusion therapy, released the updated Infusion Therapy Standards of Practice. The INS sets the accepted standards for infusion therapy practice in all healthcare settings. This course is based on the current best practices defined by the Infusion Nursing Society and other governing agencies such as the CDC and the FDA.
This 30-hour online continuing education provides a low stress, convenient method of obtaining quality infusion education incorporating various educational techniques designed for the adult learner. Upon successful completion of the course exam, with a score of 80% or greater, the student may instantly print a “Certificate of Completion” for the didactic portion of the course. Within the course content, a complete set of skill check-off lists is provided for completion with a Florida licensed Registered Nurse preceptor or employer.
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Objectives
Objectives for Section 1: Peripheral IV Therapy
Upon completion of this curriculum, the nurse will be able to:
- List specific measures that will protect against malpractice.
- Identify infusion related complications, causes and appropriate treatment.
- Demonstrate the correct calculation of an IV flow rate.
- Identify methods of infection control related to IV therapy.
- List the components of accurate and complete documentation of IV procedures and complications.
- Demonstrate IV and Infusion related procedures.
Objectives for Section 2: Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD)
Upon completion of this curriculum, the nurse will be able to:
- Describe protective measures to guard against malpractice suits.
- List 3 reasons for use and advantages of central lines.
- List 4 veins used for central venous device placement and proper tip position.
- Identify the various types of central lines.
- Identify symptoms and prevention of complications.
- Describe assessment criteria and documentation required for patients with central venous catheters.
Objectives for Section 4: Hypodermoclysis (Clysis)
Upon completion of this curriculum, the nurse will be able to:
- Identify at least three negative effects of central line related bloodstream infections.
- Identify at least two methods by which central lines become colonized.
- Identify at least three strategies to reduce the risk of CRBSI at the time of catheter insertion.
- Recognize the proper time intervals and procedures for dressing change, injection port change, and site observation.
- State the recommended methods for obtaining blood cultures for CRBSI diagnosis.
- State the recommended methods for treating CRBSI.
Objectives for Section 5: Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
Upon completion of this curriculum, the nurse will be able to:
- Identify at least three medical conditions that indicate the use of TPN.
- Identify at least three components of TPN.
- Demonstrate understanding of TPN administration by recognizing the steps involved in TPN preparation and infusion.
- Recognize at least two potential complications of TPN.
- State at least four TPN monitoring measurements.
Objectives for Section 6: Transfusion Therapies
Upon completion of this curriculum, the nurse will be able to:
- Explain the blood grouping systems and their importance in transfusion therapy.
- List available blood components and indications for each.
- Describe the activities required in preparation for a transfusion.
- Identify equipment used to administer a transfusion and it’s proper usage.
- Describe the nursing management of a blood component infusion.
- Describe signs and symptoms of transfusion reactions, and appropriate interventions for each.
- Explain appropriate patient education related to transfusion therapy.
- Identify the required documentation for a blood transfusion.
Objectives for Section 7: Chemotherapy
Upon completion of this curriculum, the nurse will be able to:
- Define how chemotherapy is used in cancer management.
- List the major chemotherapy drug classifications and their general mechanisms of action.
- Identify the major side effects/toxicities of chemotherapeutic agents.
- Describe safe chemotherapy handling techniques.
- Describe appropriate chemotherapy administration.
- Recognize common psychological effects in patients receiving chemotherapy.
Objectives for Section 8: Gamma Globulin (IgG)
Upon completion of this curriculum, the nurse will be able to:
- Name at least three conditions for which gamma globulin is indicated.
- Demonstrate understanding of gamma globulin administration by recognizing the steps involved in its preparation and infusion.
- Recognize at least two side effects of gamma globulin infusion.
Curriculum
Chapter 1: Legal Issues
- Regulatory Agencies and Governing Bodies
- Components of a Complete Physicians Order
- Legal Terms and Applications in Nursing
- Protective Measures for Guarding against Malpractice Lawsuits
- Rules specific to the Florida
Chapter 2: Anatomy and Physiology
- The Vascular System: Veins, Arteries and Bone Marrow
- The Three Layers of the Vessels and Their Function
- Differentiating Arteries from Veins
- Veins used in Peripheral Intravenous Therapy for Pediatrics and Adults
- Intraosseous
- Skin: Anatomy and Physiology
Chapter 3: Psychological Needs
- Age Specific Needs of Children
- Elderly Patient Needs
- Cultural Aspects
- Patients with Sensory Deficits
- Methods of Reducing Patient Anxiety
- Patient Teaching/Education
Chapter 4: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Water: The Primary Fluid of the Body
- Hypovolemia—Dehydration: Assessment, Causes, Treatments
- Hypervolemia—Fluid Overload: Assessment, Causes, Treatments
- Fluid Compartments
- Electrolyte Imbalances: Assessment, Causes, Treatments
Chapter 5: pH, Tonicity, Compatibility
- pH of Intravenous Solutions and Medications
- Tonicity: Isotonic solutions, Hypotonic solutions and Hypertonic Solutions Incompatibilities
Chapter 6: Fluid Regulation
- Methods of Fluid Regulation
- Patient Considerations in Fluid Regulation
- External Factors that Affect the Rate of Flow
- Calculation of IV flow rates
Chapter 7: Infection Prevention and Safety Compliance
- Hand Hygiene
- Sharps Management
- Medical Waste Disposal
- Durable Medical Equipment Disinfection
- Standard Precautions
- Transmission-Based Precautions
Chapter 8: Vascular Visualization
- Trans-illuminator Technology
- Near Infrared Technology
- Ultrasound
Chapter 9: Peripheral IV Site Selection and Placement
- Criteria For Peripheral Devices
- 3 Types Of Peripheral Access And Criteria For Placement
- Special Considerations Of The Specific Age Groups
- General Considerations Of Short Peripheral Access
- Veins To Avoid
Chapter 10: Peripheral VAD Management
- Needleless Connectors
- Filtration
- Add-on Devices
- VAD Stabilization
- Joint Stabilization
- Site Protection
- Flushing and Locking
- Assessment, Care, and Dressing Changes
- Administration Set Changes
Chapter 11: Peripheral IV Guides and Videos
- Pre-insertion Procedures
- Peripheral IV Insertion
- Primary and Secondary Administration set-up
- IV Push Administration
- Catheter Discontinuation
Chapter 12: Peripheral IV Assessment and Documentation
- Catheter Insertion Documentation
- Catheter Removal Documentation
- Assessment, Monitoring and Documentation by Therapy
Chapter 13: Central Line Review
- Definition of a Central Line:
- Reasons for Use
- Advantages
- Overview of Central Venous Access Devices:
- Lumens
- Non‐valved and Valved Catheters
- Non‐tunneled Catheters
- Tunneled Catheters
- Implanted Ports
- PICC or Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
Chapter 14: Anatomy
- Veins Used for Placement
- Catheter Tip Placement
Chapter 15: Assessment and Preparations for Central Venous Catheterization
- Considerations for the Selection of the Device
- Preparations for Central Venous Catheterization
Chapter 16: Vascular Access Device Management
- Needleless Connectors
- CVAD Stabilization
- Site Protection
- Flushing and Locking
- Assessment, Care, and Dressing Changes
- Administration Set Changes
- Blood Sampling from a CVAD
Chapter 17: Complications
- Catheter-related Complications
- Systemic Complications
- Insertion-related Complications
Chapter 18: Discontinuation of Therapy
- Removal of Devices
- CVAD Removal Procedure
Chapter 19: Assessment, Documentation, and Patient Education
- Documentation of Insertion, Removal, Infiltration, or Extravasations
- Assessment, Monitoring, and Documentation
Chapter 20: Scope of Problem
- Morbidity / Mortality
- Cost
- Surveillance
Chapter 21: Catheter Insertion
- Site Selection
- Sterile Technique
- Antimicrobial Impregnated Catheters
Chapter 22: Catheter Site Maintenance
- Dressing
- Needleless Connector
- Observation
Chapter 23: Medication Administration
- Infusate
- Administration Set
- Flushing
Chapter 24: Diagnosis and Treatment
- Clinical Findings
- Cultures
- Treatment
Chapter 25: Dehydration
- Scope of Problem
- Contributing Factors
- Signs and Symptoms
- Assessment
Chapter 26: Hypodermoclysis Introduction
- Advantages
- Disadvantage
- Indications
- Contraindications
- Use in Terminally Ill Patients
Chapter 27: Infusion Parameters
- Sites
- Solutions
- Volume and Rate
- Hyaluronidase
Chapter 28: Administration
- Equipment
- Procedures
Chapter 29: Complications
- Systemic Complications
- Local Complications
Chapter 30: Communication and Documentation
Chapter 31: Indications for Parenteral Nutrition
- Altered Absorption Capacity
- GI Disorders Requiring Complete Bowel Rest
- Intractable Vomiting or Diarrhea
- Hypermetabolic States
- Anorexia Nervosa
Chapter 32: TPN Goals
- Maintenance of Normal Body Weight and Protein Status
- Restoration of Normal Body Weight and Protein Status
- Maintenance or Restoration of Normal Micronutritional Status
Chapter 33: Normal Nutritional Requirements
- Protein
- Carbohydrate
- Lipid
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Trace Elements
Chapter 34: Nutritional Assessment
- Anthropometrics
- Biochemical
- Clinical
- Dietary
Chapter 35: Composition of Parenteral Nutrition
- Dextrose
- Amino Acids
- Lipids
- Water
- Electrolytes
- Vitamins
- Trace Elements
- Other Additives
Chapter 36: TPN Administration
- Central Venous Access Devices
- Electronic Infusion Devices
- TPN and Lipids
- Preparing the TPN for Infusion
- Initiating the Infusion
Chapter 37: TPN Complications
- Metabolic Complications
- Vascular Access Device-Related Complications
Chapter 38: Monitoring and Documentation
- Vital Signs
- Glucose
- Weight
- Intake and Output
- Laboratory Values
- TPN Administration
- IV Catheter Care
Chapter 31: Introduction to Transfusion Therapy
- Blood Components
- ABO Blood Group System
- Rh Blood Group System
- Other Blood Group Antigens
- HLA System
Chapter 32: Whole Blood
- Description
- Indications
Chapter 33: Packed Red Blood Cells
- Description
- Indications
- Donation and Testing
- Red Blood Cell Subsets
Chapter 34: Platelets
- Description
- Indications
- Donation and Testing
- Platelet Subsets
Chapter 35: Plasma
- Description
- Indications
- Donation and Testing
Chapter 36: Granulocytes
- Description
- Indications
- Donation and Testing
Chapter 37: Clotting Factors
- Cryoprecipitate
- Factor Concentrates
Chapter 38: Pre-transfusion Activities
- Licensed Independent Prescriber Order
- Patient Consent
- Type and Crossmatch
- Vascular Access
- Baseline Vital Signs
Chapter 39: Administration
- Component Transport and Storage
- Equipment
- Pre-medication
- Identification
- Administration
- Monitoring
- Patient Education
- Documentation
Chapter 40: Complications
- Immune Complications
- Hemolytic Reactions
- Non-Hemolytic Reactions
- Non-immune Complications
- Infectious Complications
- Transfusion Associated Fluid Overload (TACO)
- Complications of Massive Transfusion
Chapter 49: Introduction to Chemotherapy
- Definition
- Goals of Chemotherapy
- Cell Cycle
- Chemotherapy Approaches
Chapter 50: Chemotherapy Drug Classifications
- Cell-cycle Specificity
- Mechanism of Action
- Alkylating Agents
- Antimetabolites
- Antitumor Antibiotics
- Histone Deacetylase Inhibitors
- Mitotic Inhibitors
- Proteasome Inhibitors
- Topoisomerase Inhibitors
- Miscellaneous
- Cytoprotective Agents
- Uricolytic Agents
- Biphosphonates
- Pyrimidine Analogs
- Growth Factors
- Trilaciclib
Chapter 51: Chemotherapy Side Effects
- Myelosuppression
- Gastrointestinal
- Integumentary
- Cardiovascular
- Respiratory
- Renal
- Neurologic
- Reproductive
Chapter 52: Safe Handling
- USP <800>
- Preparation
- Administration
- Disposal
- Bodily Discharges
Chapter 53: Administration
- Pre-administration Activities
- Routes of Administration
Chapter 54: Psychological Effects
- Grief
- Loss of Status
- Desirability
- Long-term Concerns
Chapter 55: Introduction to Gamma Globulin
- Definition
- Indications
- Products
Chapter 56: Administration
- Intravenous
- Subcutaneous
Chapter 57: Possible Adverse Events
- Common Side Effect
- Uncommon Side Effects
- Anaphylaxis
Chapter 58: Patient Education
- Nurse Administration
- Patient Administration
Chapter 59: Assessment and Documentation
Chapter 60: Skill Checklists
Chapter 61: References
Price: $220.00
Contact Hours: 30
Course Author
Pamela Clark
Pamela Clark, CRNI, is an infusion nurse with the Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. She has more than 35 years of experience in infusion therapy and infusion education with both licensed nurses and patients. Her experience spans multiple infusion settings including: acute care, long-term care, home infusion, and ambulatory infusion care. She also has experience in oncology and oncology research.
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Provider approved by the Florida Board of Nursing through CE Broker, CE Provider #: 50-13256.