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PROCEDURES IN PHLEBOTOMY
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Third Edition

By
John Flynn, PhD, MS, MT(ASCP), SBB, Professor and Chairman, Division of Allied Health and Physical Education; Director, Medical Laboratory Technician and Phlebotomy Programs, Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, PA

Description
Designed to provide an easy-to-read introduction to the practices and procedures of phlebotomy, this textbook focuses on the basics of phlebotomy and key techniques for blood collection. Its strengths include thorough and concise content, clear procedures, and excellent review questions. The new edition features an expanded glossary, equipment chapter, and certification exam. New photographs, line drawings, and a new overall design enhance the material's visual presentation, and updates ensure all equipment and safety information conforms to current standards.

Contents


Part 1: The Practice of Phlebotomy
1. Introduction to Phlebotomy 2. Anatomy and Physiology 3. Infectious Diseases and Their Prevention 4. Equipment 5. Proper Procedures for Venipuncture 6. Special Collection Procedures 7. Complications of Phlebotomy 8. Multiskilling for Phlebotomists

Part 2: Professional Issues
9. Interpersonal Communication and Professionalism 10. Phlebotomy Department Management 11. Total Quality in Phlebotomy Service 12. Medical-Legal Issues and Health Law Procedures

Appendix A: Animal Phlebotomy Appendix B: Answers to Chapter Review Questions Appendix C: Practice Examination for Certification


Bibliographic details
Paperback, 304 pages, publication date: NOV-2004
ISBN-13: 978-0-7216-0638-5
ISBN-10: 0-7216-0638-5
Imprint: SAUNDERS


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