Infusion Courses
Caring for an Implanted Port (Online)
Caring for an Implanted Port builds on foundational knowledge presented in PHS' IV Basics course. Completion of IV Basics is strongly recommended before taking this course.
This interactive, narrated, self-paced online course focuses on how to care for adult and pediatric patients with an implanted port. There is an emphasis on the home care environment. Topics include
- Implanted port components and types of implanted ports
- Implanted port placement
- Proper technique for accessing an implanted port
- Proper technique for deaccessing an implanted port
- Implanted port flushing
- Troubleshooting potential complications
- Patient education
An optional, in-classroom lab for hands-on time is available at Pediatric Home Service in Roseville, MN. You must enroll in the lab if you want to attend. Select this link for more information.
1.5 contact hours will be awarded to online class participants.
Criteria for successful completion to receive 1.5 contact hours
- Completion of all course modules
- Achieving a passing score of 85% on post-test
- Completion and submission of evaluation form
No individual with the ability to control the content of this activity has any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Activity Number 2022-0000000803. Expiration date 2/23/2025.
Objectives: Upon completion of the presentation the participant will be able to
- Identify the components of an implanted port.
- Demonstrate proper techniques for accessing, flushing, and deaccessing an implanted port.
- Describe a typical flushing protocol for an implanted port.
- Discuss methods for troubleshooting an implanted port.
- Identify potential complications associated with an implanted port.
- Discuss patient/caregiver education necessary for maintaining an implanted port in home care setting.
Course authors: Jean Stumpf, BSN, CRNI and Jill Wall, BSN, CRNI
For best learner experience, we recommend viewing this course on any desktop or laptop computer. The course may not display well when taken with an iPad, some mobile phones, or an Android tablet.
If you are experiencing technical difficulty or have questions about your online course, please email PHSUniversity@pediatrichomeservice.com. We will respond to your email within one business day. Regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central/Standard time.
Price: $20