The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about the blood components. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Identify the major red blood cell groups, cell antigens and corresponding plasma complete antibodies
• Explain the bodies development of incomplete antibodies in response to exposure to a red blood cell Rh antigen, implement the proper method of administration for blood components
• Identify four major blood reactions and implement the proper nursing action if a reaction occurs

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about body fluids and electrolytes. After studying this information, you will be able to-

• Identify the major fluid compartments and electrolytes in the body
• Define the major mechanisms of transport for fluids and electrolytes in the body
• Calculate the proper flow rate for delivering IV fluids via gravity
• List three conditions that may cause fluids and electrolyte imbalance in the body

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion devices and equipment. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Describe access points for peripheral and central catheters
• Implement the appropriate nursing interventions  to take if and artery is inadvertantly punctured

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion devices and equipment. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• State the proper point of tip location for a central venous catheter
• List the 5 types of non-venous access devices that may be placed in a patient

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion devices and equipment. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to -

• Define electronic infusion devices and select the appropriate device for each infusion
• List the major potential complications of peripheral and central venous catheters

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about infusion IV pharmacologic agents.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Discuss methods of drug infusion
• State the major risk factors in the administration of IV drugs
• Describe methods of calculating infusion rates

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about nutritional solutions in infusion therapy. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Define total and peripheral parenteral nutrition
• Identify four patient candidates who may receive nutritional solution
• Implement proper administration of nutritional solutions
• List three potential complications of nutritional solutions

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pathophysiology and anatomy.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand and discuss the vascular, pulmonary, and systemic circulation systems as they apply to IV therapy
• Discuss the different types of administration sets
• Discuss the different types of access devices
• Understand and explain complications of IV therapy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pediatric IV Therapy.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Identify five emotional developmental stages and the major characteristics of each stage for pediatric patients ages 0-18 years
• Implement the proper formula for fluid replacement in the pediatric patient
• List the peripheral veins available for peripheral IV access in the child under 2 years of age
• Define and explain interosseous access in the pediatric patient

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about quality management and preventing infection.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• List the Organizations that provide Standards of Practice for Infusion Nursing
• Describe the QA Process
• Define the terms Stand of Practice and Guideline for Practice