ROOM: Versailles 3/4
CONTACT HOURS: 4
CRNI RUs: 8

Vascular access complications are dangerous, costly, and far too common. Whether they occur at placement or during care and management, most complications can be prevented. It requires a commitment to a comprehensive, collaborative approach, and thorough education that reflects current standards of practice. From insertion to removal, each vascular access device includes complex variations in technology, technique, and treatment. This workshop is designed to provide tools to all levels, from novice to expert, and will cover device selection, placement, and care and management. It is designed to provide clinical foundation, points to practice, and tools to educate clinicians on how to implement PIVC best practice and prevent vascular access-related complications. Attendees will participate in hands-on stations and have an opportunity at the end to share takeaways as well as discuss practical clinical application. They will leave with tools to assist them in educating and implementing best practices in their care setting. Learning Objectives: 1. Discuss the burden, prevalence, and risk of peripheral vascular catheter (PIVC) failure 2. Describe and demonstrate the importance of device and site selection 3. Demonstrate how the use of advanced technology can enhance successful device placement 4. Describe the benefits in reaching the goal of One Stick Hospital Stay 5. Articulate lessons from the workshop and how they will be utilized in your care setting