Intravenous Fluid Therapy and Blood TransfusionLaajuus (2 cr)

Objectives

The student

-knows the basics of intravenous fluid therapy and medication;
-is able to assess patients' fluid balance;
-is able to responsibly insert intravenous cannula under supervision;
-knows the principles of blood transfusion;
-is able to guide patients with issues concerning implementation of fluid therapy and blood transfusions.

Content

-implementation of intravenous fluid therapy and medication
-implementation of blood transfusions

Prerequisites

Participation in course Infection Control in Nursing,