This course is for all Trust staff who are responsible for performing Arterial Blood Gas sampling as part of their role.
Before you join the in-person class, you need to finish the online learning part of this course which can be found here ABG eLearning
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module learners should be able to:
- Comprehend the key principles behind taking a peripheral Arterial Blood Gas.
- Identify the appropriate pre-procedure checks.
- To gain knowledge on how to perform an Allen test.
- Have an understanding of the relevant anatomy involved with artery selection.
- Discuss the procedural risks and complications.
- Identify and select the appropriate equipment.
- Be able to follow the steps involved with the procedural skill.
- Describe the correct procedures for documenting, transporting, and processing samples.
Sessions and bookings
All course bookings and availability can be accessed through easylearning.
Further information
If you're allergic to latex, please inform the Clinical Skills department at least 24 hours before your course date.
Please attend the in-person class wearing your usual work uniform.
For further information, please contact the Clinical Skills team.
Blood Gas Analyser Training
Staff who have attended ABG sampling training and require blood gas analyser training can book this via easylearning.
Blood Gas Analyser Training (easylearning)
For further information about this please contact the Point of Care Testing (POCT) team
Last reviewed: 16 April 2024
