Ultrasound guidance for intravenous access has been well-documented for more than 20 years and is now routine in many settings for nonemergent central line placement and difficult peripheral intravenous access. The proven safety and high success rate of ultrasound-guided intravenous access have led to the widespread integration of this technique in emergency departments. The procedure’s ability to improve safety, increase success rates, and reduce patient discomfort makes it an invaluable tool in various clinical settings. Potential complications include infection, bleeding, and inadvertent arterial puncture, though these risks are much lower than those associated with traditional techniques due to improved blood vessel visualization.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ ability to identify patients requiring ultrasound-guided intravenous access and properly perform the procedure. Participants gain a deeper understanding of the procedure’s relevant anatomy, indications, contraindications, required equipment, and correct technique. Greater proficiency prepares learners to collaborate within an interprofessional team caring for patients needing safe intravenous access.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/547
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABTS)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS)
ABTS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABTS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adult Cardiac, All Practice Areas (e.g. ethics), Cardiothoracic, Cardiovascular, Critical Care, General Operative Anesthesia, General Orthopaedics, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Thoracic, Internal Medicine, Non-Thoracic Surgery, Orthopaedic Trauma, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Surgery of the Spine