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PHLEBOTOMY
Phlebotomy
Worktext and Procedures Manual
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Second Edition

By
Robin Warekois, BS, MT(ASCP), Pathology Outreach & Client Services, VCU Health Systems, Richmond, VA
Richard Robinson, NASW, Sherborn, MA

Description
This full-color, how-to text covers all aspects of phlebotomy, with complete coverage of equipment, safety procedures, arterial blood gases, point of care testing, and a special emphasis on practical phlebotomy skills. Procedures are outlined in a detailed storyboard format, pairing each step with a full-color photo to help students understand the equipment and techniques of routine venipuncture, butterfly venipuncture, skin punctures, and more. Includes workbook sections for review, study questions, competency checklists, and a revised mock certification exam.

Contents


UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO PHLEBOTOMY


1. Introduction to Phlebotomy

2. Health Care Structure

3. Safety

4. Infection Control



UNIT 2 PHLEBOTOMY BASICS


5. Medical Terminology

6. Human Anatomy and Physiology

7. Circulatory, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems



UNIT 3 SPECIMEN COLLECTION


8. Venipuncture Equipment

9. Routine Venipuncture

10. Dermal Puncture

11. Venipuncture Complications

12. Blood Collection in Special Populations

13. Arterial Blood Collection

14. Special Collections and Procedures

15. Special Nonblood Collection Procedures



UNIT 4 SPECIMEN HANDLING AND PROCESSING


16. Transport, Handling, and Processing



UNIT 5 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES


17. Quality Phlebotomy

18. Legal Issues in Phlebotomy

19. Point-of-Care Testing

Appendixes

Glossary

Index

Bibliographic details
Hardbound, 368 pages, publication date: MAR-2007
ISBN-13: 978-1-4160-0035-8
ISBN-10: 1-4160-0035-6
Imprint: SAUNDERS


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Last update: 25 Nov 2009
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