Check out these new titles from Academic Video Online!

  • Overview Of The Peripheral Nervous System
    Best for: Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology, Biology
    A video on the peripheral nervous system.
  • A Comprehensive Look At The Human Skeleton
    Best for: Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology, Biology
    A comprehensive look at the human skeleton.
  • Learn About Human Embryonic And Fetal Development, From Fertilization To Birth
    Best for: Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology, Biology
    The human reproductive system.
  • Basic Overview Of The Systems That Make Up The Human Body And Their Functions
    Best for: Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology, Biology
    Video discusses general body systems.
  • A Discussion Of The Different Organ Systems Of The Human Body And Their Influence On One Another
    Best for: Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology, Biology
    A video on the different body systems.
  • Arterial Blood Gas Collection
    Best for: Phlebotomy, Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology
    This video covers the critical aspects of arterial sampling every respiratory therapist, phlebotomist, nurse, and physician must know when collecting blood gases. The procedure reflects the Clinical Practice Guidelines of the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Procedures for the Collection of Arterial Blood Specimens published by the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute.
  • Mastering Pediatric Phlebotomy
    Best for: Phlebotomy, Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology
    This lecture discusses equipment and techniques to obtain high-quality specimens from pediatric patients. Topics include site considerations for infants and toddlers, skin-puncture safety, age-specific considerations, maximum volume considerations, proven strategies to calm anxious children, and a literature summary of pain reduction products and techniques.
  • Basic Venipuncture
    Best for: Phlebotomy, Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology
    Learn the basic technique for drawing blood specimens by venipuncture according to the CLSI standards (GP41-A7). Detailed demonstrations include performing venipunctures using tube holders, syringes and winged blood collection sets. Emphasis is placed on needlestick safety, proper patient identification, preventing patient injury, and obtaining specimens free from errors that can alter results.
  • Preventing Preanalytical Errors
    Best for: Phlebotomy, Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology
    This video discusses 12 of the most common errors those who draw, process, handle, store and transport blood samples commit that alter test results. The effects of prolonged tourniquet time, order of draw, complications with IV fluids, fasting and more are highly detailed with emphasis on their impact on test results and patient care.
  • Learn About The Blood Clotting Process And Deep Vein Thrombosis
    Best for: Phlebotomy, Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology
    Video about the blood clotting process. Examination of potential risk factors for deep vein thrombosis and describes its symptoms. Dangers of deep vein thrombosis include pulmonary embolism and pulmonary infarction.
  • Discover How The Rhesus Factor In Blood Affects How Blood Transfusions Are Given
    Best for: Phlebotomy, Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology
    Watch the video to learn more about the Rh factor and why pregnant women should be tested for it before giving birth.
  • Overview Of The Autonomic Nervous System And Its Functions: To Conserve Energy And Respond To Stress
    Best for: Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology, Biology
    Video on the autonomic nervous system. Stress, sympathetic nervous system, "fight or flight," parasympathetic nervous system, homeostasis.
  • Learn About The Growth Process Of Bones In The Human Skeletal System
    Best for: Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Health Information Technology, Surgical Technology, Biology
    A video on the human skeleton, bones.