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  • Catheterization, Central Venous
  • Catheters
  • Kidney Failure, Chronic
  • Obesity
  • Ultrasonography

Ultrasound-Guided Intravenous Access

Approximately 300 million peripheral intravenous catheters are placed annually in the U.S., with up to 80% of hospitalized patients receiving one. Several factors can complicate placement using the standard blind approach. Patients with comorbidities, including intravenous drug use, obesity, hypovolemia, end-stage renal disease, and extremity amputations, often present with vasculature that is difficult to identify or cannulate. Repeated failed attempts contribute to delays in care and frustration for both patients and providers. The growing use of point-of-care ultrasound in acute care has supported the adoption of ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheter placement as an alternative to central venous catheterization. Patients of all ages can undergo ultrasound-guided placement. Nurses, advanced practice providers, and physicians can be trained to perform the procedure. This activity is designed for healthcare professionals to sharpen their skills in performing ultrasound-guided intravenous access and identifying suitable candidates. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the procedure’s proper technique, indications, contraindications, and preparation measures to enhance patient comfort. Possible complications and appropriate mitigation measures will be emphasized. Greater competence will equip clinicians to collaborate within an interprofessional team in caring for individuals who need reliable intravenous access.

Credit & MOC Details

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1 creditAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1 creditNursingUp to 1 creditPharmacyUp to 1 credit

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1 pointABOS — Accredited CMEUp to 1 pointABA — Lifelong LearningUp to 1 pointABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 1 pointABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1 pointABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1 pointABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 1 pointABOHNS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1 pointABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1 point

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 9 specialties.

Pricing

Fee varies

This provider typically $49–98

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 1 credit
  • MOC · Up to 1 point
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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