Rick Luscombe, a registered nurse of 35 years, shares tips about cannulation. He begins by emphasizing the importance of educating patients on the process.
0:03:03 – Lessons Learned
Luscombe shares some lessons he has learned over his 35 years as a nurse. This includes tips related palpation, auscultation, pre cannulation, and choosing the right needle.
0:08:00 – The Process of Cannulation
He discusses ways to prep, find sites and address vasospasms. As well he shares some data suggesting that bevel down may be preferable over bevel up. Examples of other topics he touches on include the use of tourniquets and ultrasound. Lastly, he discusses hemostasis.
0:22:27 – Questions from the Audience
Luscombe answers questions from the audience.
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