"The Accidental Needlesticks video was absolutely excellent. Everything was very powerfully said and now my staff is in better compliance."
-- Renate Jones, RN

Introduction to Cannulation - Steps to Optimal Cannulation is the first in a series of continuing education presentations for dialysis professionals, addressing the basic concerns and techniques necessary to achieve optimal cannulation. This video:

• Reviews the design and function of a fistula needle
• Demonstrates how to perform optimal cannulation consistently through proper preparation and technique
• Teaches viewers to identify situations that can make cannulation less than optimal

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Access Management - The Native AV Fistula is the second in a series of continuing education presentations for dialysis professionals. This presentation discusses the keys to successful creation, maturation, and maintenance of the Native AV Fistula. The video also covers the roles of the surgeon, the caregiver, and the patient in establishing and caring for the AV Fistula.

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Access Management - The AV Graft, the third in a series of continuing education presentations for dialysis professionals, focuses on the creation, use, and monitoring of the synthetic AV Graft. Topics include the advantages and disadvantages of synthetic AV Grafts as hemodialysis vascular accesses and tips for performing a complete physical examination of the graft, including inspection, palpation, and auscultation. Also included is a review of access monitoring techniques (such as static and dynamic pressure readings, access flow measurement, Doppler, and recirculation studies) and how they can help identify developing access complications.

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Accidental Needlesticks: Issues and Prevention Strategies for Healthcare Workers is the fourth in Medisystems' continuing education series for dialysis professionals. The video will educate healthcare workers about the danger of accidental needlesticks and offer prevention strategies as recommended by the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act.

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Constant-Site Cannulation with ButtonHole® Needles
The constant-site cannulation technique has been used to cannulate native AV fistulae in hemodialysis for more than 25 years. Today, over 7 million cannulations per year use the technique. This video, fifth in Medisystems' continuing education series, focuses on the creation, cannulation and maintenance of constant-sites. Clinical benefits and patient selection are also addressed.

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MasterGuard® Anti-Stick Needle Protector In-service Video is a continuing education tool focusing on accidental needlestick prevention for the dialysis professional. The video includes:

• Review of the Needlestick Safety And Prevention Act and criteria for choosing guarded fistula needles
• Demonstrations of proper technique for using MasterGuard needle protector
• Discussion of how MasterGuard needle protector can be implemented to ensure a safer working environment with no change in routine procedures

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Hemodialysis Vascular Access: Historical and Practical Considerations Independent/Home Study Workbook briefly reviews the 40 year history of hemodialysis vascular access. Contents include key historical developments, guidelines for vascular access placement and selection, and recommended pre-operative assessment for Native AV Fistulae and AV Grafts. Upon successful completion of the program’s post-test, participants will receive 4.0 contact hours. This educational offering is provided by Medisystems and approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

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Hemodialysis Vascular Access Program - Historical and Practical Considerations - The goal of this program is to discuss the history and practical management considerations of AV fistulae and AV grafts.

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