Phlebotomy
Worktext and Procedures Manual
By- Robin Warekois, BS, MT(ASCP), Pathology Outreach & Client Services, VCU Health Systems, Richmond, VA
- Richard Robinson, NASW, Sherborn, MA
With a storyboard format and full-color illustrations, Phlebotomy: Worktext and Procedures Manual describes all aspects of phlebotomy, with complete coverage of equipment, safety procedures, arterial blood gases, point-of-care testing, and practical phlebotomy skills. Procedures are outlined in a detailed storyboard format, pairing steps with full-color photos to help you understand the equipment and techniques such as venipuncture, dermal puncture, arterial blood collection, and special procedures. Written by Robin Warekois and Richard Robinson, this book also includes workbook sections for review, study questions, competency checklists, and a mock certification exam providing effective preparation for the phlebotomy certification exam.
Paperback, 384 Pages
Published: February 2011
Imprint: Saunders
ISBN: 978-1-4377-0991-9
Contents
Unit 1: Introduction to Phlebotomy
1. Introduction to Phlebotomy
2. Health Care Structure
3. Safety4. Infection Control
Unit 2: Phlebotomy Basics5. Medical Terminology
6. Human Anatomy and Physiology7. Circulatory, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
Unit 3: Specimen Collection8. Venipuncture Equipment
9. Routine Venipuncture10. Dermal Puncture
11. Venipuncture Complications12. Blood Collection in Special Populations
13. Arterial Blood Collection14. Special Collections and Procedures
15. Special Nonblood Collection ProceduresUnit 4: Specimen Handling
16. Specimen Transport, Handling, and Processing17. Point-of-Care Testing
Unit 5: Professional Issues18. Quality Phlebotomy
19. Legal Issues in PhlebotomyAppendix A: Metric System Measurements
Appendix B: Common English-Spanish Phrases for PhlebotomyAppendix C: Competency Checklists
Appendix D: Common AbbreviationsAppendix E: Mock Certification Exam
Appendix F: Answers to Chapter Questions and Mock Certification ExamGlossary
