How To Adjust IV INSERTION POINT AT START || HOW TO PALPATE & FIND VEINS || IV CANNULA MADE EASY

This educational video makes IV cannulation simple and easy for nursing students and beginners. We cover step-by-step technique for safe and successful peripheral IV cannula insertion: *What you’ll learn:* 1. *Preparation* – Essential equipment needed, hand hygiene, and patient identification 2. *Site selection* – Best veins for cannulation: cephalic, basilic, and metacarpal veins. Factors to consider: vein size, patient age, and type of fluid/medication 3. *Tourniquet application* – Correct placement and timing to make veins visible and palpable 4. *Skin preparation* – Proper antiseptic technique to prevent infection 5. *Cannulation technique* – Angle of insertion, bevel position, flashback confirmation, and advancing the catheter over the needle 6. *Securing the cannula* – Dressing and taping methods to prevent dislodgement 7. *Common mistakes to avoid* – Hematoma, infiltration, missed vein, and contamination 8. *Aftercare* – Flushing, documentation, and monitoring for complications *Key tips:* How to choose the right cannula gauge, reduce patient pain, and increase first-attempt success rate. *Note:* This video is for educational purposes only. Always follow your hospital’s infection control policy and practice under supervision before performing IV cannulation on patients.