Learning Outcomes

At the end of this study session, you will be able to:

• Explain the reasons for giving IV fluid therapy or catheterising the bladder of a pregnant woman. 
• Describe the equipment, the preparation and the procedure for starting intravenous (IV) fluid therapy, including selecting a suitable venipuncture site, and inserting and removing a cannula from a vein. 
• Describe how you would monitor IV fluid therapy. 
• Describe the equipment, the preparation and the technique of how to insert and remove a urinary catheter. 
• Describe the infection control procedures required to reduce the risk of infection resulting from IV fluid therapy or catheterising the bladder.