Intravenous Therapy: Basics and VenipunctureThis program will describe the basics of intravenous therapy and demonstrates the correct technique for performing a venipuncture to initiate intravenous therapy. After completing this course, the learner should be able to describe the uses of I.V. therapy, identify the components of a safer needle device, identify appropriate sites for venipuncture, identify equipment used to provide I.V. therapy, and perform a venipuncture. ©2012 Program number: M266A