The procedure for IV insertion involves several steps:
Explain the procedure to the patient and obtain informed consent. Perform hand hygiene and wear appropriate PPE. Select a suitable vein, usually in the forearm or hand, and apply a tourniquet above the insertion site. Clean the insertion site with an antiseptic solution. Insert the IV catheter at a shallow angle, watching for a flashback of blood to confirm entry into the vein. Advance the catheter into the vein and remove the needle. Secure the catheter with adhesive tape and connect the IV administration set. Monitor the site for complications, such as infiltration or phlebitis.
