Infusion Therapy Institute
960 Rand Road, Suite 224
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Program outline:
- Defining a Midline catheter
- Explanation of patient selection criteria
- Venous anatomy and midline insertion site selection
- Equipment selection
- Identification of veins using an ultrasound
- Explanation of midline catheter insertion techniques (AST)
- Use, care, and maintenance of the midline catheter
- Measures to prevent and manage possible complications
- Removing midline catheters
- Documentation guidelines
Attendees will practice midline insertion by AST technique with an ultrasound on an advanced venipuncture aid.
On-Site Consultation and Training
Facilities may request consulting and customized on-site training to establish midline insertion teams. Services include:
- Review of current practice and recommendations
- Consultation on equipment selection
- On-site training
- One-on-one precepting and skills validation