Miscellaneous
Ultrasound Guided Insertion is the best practice for the insertion of vascular access devices. There still exists different practices in how US gel is applied and its impact on patient safety and clinical outcomes. Dr. Nancy Moureau PhD, RN, CRNI©, CPUI, VA-BC™ and Emily Smith BS, RDMS, RVT discuss this varying practice and options available to clinicians to help improve clinical outcomes.On the second segment of the podcast Ericka Godoy RN, VA-BC™ joins us as we discuss the value of certification in the specialty of vascular access. Ericka recently passed the boards and she shares her experience studying for the exam with the help of the AVA and Infusion Knowledge Count Down to Your Exam Webinar study bundle. A special thanks to CIVCO the sponsor of this episode of ISAVE That Podcast. 0:00 Introduction2:32 A word from episode sponsor CIVCO3:13 The Role of US Gel in USGPIV Insertion with Dr. Nancy Moureau and Emily Smith19:19 Another word from episode sponsor CIVCO16:25 The Value of Certification in the Specialty of Vascular Access with Ericka GodoySupport the show (https://www.avainfo.org/donations/donate.asp?id=12834)