IV Therapy in Elderly Care Course
Gain confidence in delivering IV therapy to elderly patients through this course. It covers essential geriatric assessments, safe management of fluids and medications, vascular access techniques for fragile veins, early detection of complications, and effective communication with families and healthcare teams. The training equips you with practical knowledge to handle IV care challenges in geriatric settings, ensuring better patient safety and results.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This IV Therapy in Elderly Care Course offers practical, evidence-based training for safe administration of IV fluids and medications to older patients. Participants will master geriatric assessments, selecting vascular access for delicate veins, monitoring complications, and prompt interventions. It enhances skills in communication, documentation, and teamwork to minimise risks and optimise patient outcomes in a compact, real-world applicable manner.
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Develop skills
- Geriatric IV assessment: quickly assess risks, comorbidities, and hydration levels.
- Vascular access for frail elderly: select suitable veins, catheters, and protect delicate skin.
- Safe IV fluid and medication handling: adjust rates and types considering heart and kidney functions.
- Complication vigilance: detect fluid overload, infections, and infiltrations promptly at bedside.
- Family-oriented IV education: clearly communicate risks, care instructions, and alert signs.
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