BC: Infusion Therapy
BC-05: Hypodermoclysis
No.
Competency Item
NAC
DEV
COM
DTE
EXC
BC-05-01
Demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, specifically the circulatory system.
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to recognize the purpose of hypodermoclysis:
BC-05-02
replacement of electrolytes
BC-05-03
correct fluid imbalance
BC-05-04
symptom control
BC-05-05
administer several drugs simultaneously utilizing several sites
BC-05-06
when other routes are no longer available or appropriate
BC-05-07
continuous medication administration
BC-05-08
pain management.
Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate site:
BC-05-09
upper chest wall
BC-05-10
abdominal wall
BC-05-11
anterolateral thigh.
BC-05-12
Demonstrate ability to initiate hypodermoclysis infusion.
BC-05-13
Demonstrate ability to provide medications and fluids via hypodermoclysis.
BC-05-14
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to monitor, maintain, regulate, and evaluate hypodermoclysis infusion.
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to identify and describe complications of hypodermoclysis related to etiology and clinical manifestation:
BC-05-15
allergy
BC-05-16
infection
BC-05-17
lack of absorption.
BC-05-18
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to discontinue hypodermoclysis.
BC-05-19
Demonstrate ability to document hypodermoclysis therapy.
BC-05-20
Demonstrate knowledge of agency policies pertaining to hypodermoclysis therapy.