IVs

[putmetosleep]

Has anyone started anesthesia school without much experience starting IVs? I don't have a ton of experience with it, mostly because the majority of my patients came back from the OR with central lines, swans, a-lines,--everything I needed. I'm trying to do as many as possible between now and when I start school in Aug; sometimes I'm successful, sometimes I'm not. I realize it's a skill that will come with time and practice, but I can't help feeling...I don't know...like I should have this mastered before I start school. It's such a basic skill and a crucial one to the role I'm pursuing. Just wondering your thoughts on this. Thanks

[SelfActualization]

I'm starting CRNA school this Fall and I recently became an IV therapist to deal with this issue (and have an ICU break). Basically after 1 day of starting 10 or so IVs, your golden! If you that worried about it, spend a day in the ED and start IVs for them, you'll be a pro. Good luck.