Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Clinical skills CPD
Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
This module will allow you to provide safe, competent and effective radial arterial blood gas sampling.
Course Overview
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Part Time -
Half day -
19 April 2024, 28 June 2024 -
City Campus - onsite delivery -
09:30-13:00 -
£150
This module will allow you to provide safe, competent and effective radial arterial blood gas sampling.
Module content includes:
- Basic anatomy and physiology
- Identifying the arterial sampling site (including arterial sufficiency testing)
- Universal precautions
- Simulated practice
- Troubleshooting and complications
- Basic arterial blood gas analysis and documentation
This course is an introduction to interpretation aimed at those working in nursing roles. Some pre reading is required. It is not aimed at those working at an advanced practice level who are likely to require more extensive and in-depth knowledge. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding content.