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Procedures in Phlebotomy

The preparation you need to succeed on your phlebotomy exam and in practice

John C. Flynn (Author)

9781437725551, Elsevier Health Sciences

Paperback / softback, published 22 November 2011

256 pages, Approx. 129 illustrations (127 in full color)
23.5 x 19 x 1.7 cm, 0.39 kg

Introducing the practices and procedures of phlebotomy, Procedures in Phlebotomy, 4th Edition provides easy-to-read guidelines for both basic and special phlebotomy techniques. It describes proper procedures for venipuncture, special collection procedures, and pediatric and geriatric considerations, and addresses essential topics such as infection control, OSHA guidelines, and anatomy and physiology. It also discusses professional issues such as interpersonal communication, department management, total quality, and medical-legal topics. Written by expert phlebotomy educator John C. Flynn, Jr., this edition includes more in-depth content, a new chapter on medical terminology, new case studies, and a practice exam that prepares you for the phlebotomy certification exam.

  • A 150-question practice exam provides a comprehensive review of content and prepares you for the phlebotomy certification examination with questions that mirror the exam's multiple-choice format.

  • Competency score sheets allow you to evaluate your mastery of newly acquired skills related to the most critical and important steps in phlebotomy procedures.

  • A color Tube Guide provides a quick reference for determining the type of tube to use for blood collection of common tests.
  • Review questions at the end of each chapter reinforce your understanding and provide a self-assessment tool.

  • A glossary provides a quick reference to definitions for all of the book's terms.
  • A companion Evolve website enhances learning with interactive quizzes and WebLinks for further reading and research.
  • NEW content
    • includes a new chapter on medical terminology, and also addresses patient quality issues, geriatric considerations, and point-of-care tests.

  • Case studies with critical thinking questions allow you to apply chapter content to real-life scenarios.

  • Lists of key terms identify new terminology.

  • Learning objectives begin each chapter, setting measurable outcomes you will achieve.

  • Spanish phrases related to phlebotomy are included in the appendix for quick reference.

Part 1: The Practice of Phlebotomy 1. Introduction to Phlebotomy 2. Anatomy and Physiology 3. Infectious Diseases and Their Prevention 4. Medical Terminology  NEW! 5. Equipment 6. Proper Procedures for Venipuncture 7. Special Collection Procedures 8. Pediatric and Geriatric Procedures 9. Complications of Phlebotomy 10. Point-of Care for Phlebotomists Part 2: Professional Issues 11. Interpersonal Communication and Professionalism 12. Phlebotomy Department Management 13. Total Quality in Phlebotomy Service 14. Medical-Legal Issues and Health Law Procedures Appendix A: Answers to Chapter Review Questions Appendix B: Practice Examination for Certification Appendix C: Helpful Spanish Phrases Glossary

Subject Areas: Nursing & ancillary services [MQ], Haematology [MJF], Clinical & internal medicine [MJ], Anatomy [MFC]
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