This Ultrasound Troubleshooting Tips and Tricks program was developed to teach techniques that increase insertion success rates using ultrasound guidance for PICC insertions. Performing an ultrasound guided insertion takes practice and patience. Once the skill is mastered, the clinician can safely and accurately access patient's vasculature, providing better outcomes for the patient.
Program Topics
Probe management
Probe pressure
Importance of gel
Controlling the cable
Screen orientation
Needle control/insertion angle
Following the needle tip during insertion
***This program assumes the clinician is already familiar with an ultrasound unit and is currently using ultrasound guidance for PICC insertions.
The program includes a manual which can be downloaded for future reference. Successful completion of the post-test with a score of 80% or higher is necessary to receive continuing education credits for this program.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 15304 Continuing Nursing Education also provided through Florida Board of Nursing, Provider # 50-1594 CNE status acceptable for all states within the USA
PICC Qualification Pathway
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