Innovation in nursing education: point-of-care ultrasound for obtaining difficult venous access

Innovación en la formación en enfermería: point-of-care ultrasound para obtener accesos venosos difíciles

Objectives:  to report the experience of introducing ultrasound-guided difficult venous access using point-of-care ultrasound in an undergraduate nursing course.

Methods:  a descriptive, experience report type study conducted with fifth-semester nursing students. The course used the Moodle platform, interactive classes with audiovisual resources and quizzes, and hands-on laboratory activities with a virtual simulator, phantom, and physical venous access simulator. Faculty members received specific point-of-care ultrasound training.

Results:  organization and integration between theory and practice were observed, with materials available on Moodle, hands-on activities aligned with theoretical content, and individualized feedback. Students reported satisfaction, meaningful learning, and increased confidence in applying the technique.

Conclusions:  the inclusion of point-of-care ultrasound in the nursing curriculum proved effective, preparing students for complex clinical scenarios with greater safety. This experience highlights the importance of integrating technologies such as point-of-care ultrasound into nursing education.

Descriptors:
Ultrasonography; Interventional; Catheters; Nursing, Education; Nursing, Teaching; Diploma Programs.