PIV105 Basic Vein Anatomy

Understand the Vein Behind the Procedure

Strengthen your anatomical foundation for vascular access. This course explains the structure and function of veins, connecting essential concepts with the considerations clinicians encounter during venipuncture.

Study how the layers of the vein, venous valves, and changes in vessel tone relate to access procedures. This focused introduction supports continued learning in vein assessment, device selection, and insertion technique.

What You Will Learn

• The three layers of the vein
• Function of each vessel layer
• Venous valves
• Vasoconstriction and its relationship to venipuncture

Who Should Attend

Nurses and other clinicians learning or reviewing the anatomy underlying vascular access.