Central Venous Catheter Overview
(CVC 1)

Participants to gain an understanding of safe practice of Central Venous Catheter insertion, maintenance and function.
On completion of this learning article, you should be able to:

  1. Develop an understanding of the purpose and function of a Central Venous Catheter
  2. Identify possible insertion locations of a Central Venous Catheter
  3. Identify possible Nursing responsibilities during insertion of a Central Venous Catheter
  4. Identify the care and responsibility of Central Venous Catheter maintenance
  5. Identify potential complications of Central Venous Catheter insertion and maintenance.

Duration: 1 hour

CEU/CNE points: 1

Author: Kelly Rowe

RCNA LogoThis activity has been endorsed by APEC number 50422108 as authorised by Royal College of Nursing, Australia according to approved criteria. Participation in this activity earns you 1 Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) point as part of the Royal College of Nursing, Australia Life Long Learning Program (3LP).

Cost: $45.00