Intravenous Therapy Training Program
This course focuses on developing the knowledge and skills required by pharmacists to administer and manage intravenous therapy.
The interactive e-learning module explains differences between routes of administration and illustrates common venous access types, components of an IV administration setup, as well as possible IV complications.
- Discounts on pharmacy references including CPS, RxFiles, UpToDate, and UpToDate Lexidrug
- Pharmacists practising in New Brunswick must have already received authorization from the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists to administer IM/SC injections BEFORE commencing any practical application of this intravenous therapy training.
Accreditation
Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP)
Approved by New Brunswick College of Pharmacists
Course Outline
This course helps pharmacists develop the knowledge and skills required to administer and manage intravenous therapy. It covers differences between administration routes, common venous access types, IV setup components, and potential complications. Learners will also explore IV maintenance and venous access care, including step-by-step flushing and locking techniques to maintain patency, IV calculations, and the administration of IV medications and total parenteral nutrition.
The curriculum features interactive and animated online modules focusing on both peripheral and central venous access. This self-paced training includes case-based questions throughout the material to reinforce your learning.
- Students must complete an online theoretical knowledge and skills assessment
- The assessment consists of multiple-choice and short answer tests featuring case studies and IV calculations
- A minimum grade of 70% is required to pass. Up to four attempts are provided to achieve a passing grade
Course Contributors
Authors:
- Dr. Mariam Ali, BHSc, PharmD, RPh
- Dr. Holly Pileggi, BSc, PharmD, ACPR, CGP, RPh
- Dr. Rida Bukhari, HBSc, PharmD, RPh
- Yuen Ping Liu, MPharm, RPh
- Lotus Sahanna Alphonsus, BScN, RN, MD(c)
- Rashika Ramdev, HBSc, BScN, RN
Reviewers:
- Lili Hong, BAChem, BScPharm, RPh
- Alanna McRae, BScN, RN
- Dr. Anastasia Shiamptanis, PharmD, MHSc, RPh
- Sangeeta Gupta, HBSc, BScN, RN
Cancellation Policy
No refunds after the learning platform has been accessed.
