NUP 104 - LPN IV Certification

Credit(s): 3
Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 2, 3

This class prepares students for initiating and/or maintaining common intravenous therapies. LPN IV Certification is a way for licensed nurses to gain additional experience. Students will learn about the principles and practices, insertion techniques, equipment, infusion calculation rates, management guidelines, principles of antibiotic administration and preventative measures for IV therapy in stabilized clients under the supervision of a registered nurse, physician, or dentist, or as approved by the Illinois Nurse Practice Act guidelines. Licensed as an LPN in good standing with IDFPR (Illinois Department of Professional Regulation) is required to enroll in this course.
Applicable toward graduation at Sandburg where program structure permits:
Degree or Certificate: AAS, AGS, and Certificates where applicable (1.2)

Offered: As Needed
General Education: Not Applicable