Phlebotomy Intro

What are two types of phlebotomy?

• Skin puncture

• IV

• Venipuncture

• Both A and C

Using the AIDET steps during a blood collection procedure helps ensure proper patient identification, educates the patient, and alleviates some fear. What does AIDET stand for?

The process of collecting blood is called what?

A _________ is a health care worker who has received special training and certification in collecting and testing blood specimens. They may also assist other healthcare professionals with specimen collection. In some states, only these individuals and physicians are allowed to collect blood from a patient through venipuncture. However, in other states, no special certification is required.

Be sure to follow the regulations for your state and facility.

How does a phlebotomist properly identify a patient?

• Name

• DOB

• Ask the patient to spell their name

• All of the above

Standard safety precautions include all of the following except?

• PPE and Hand hygiene

• Sharps containers

• Leaving blood splatter

• Vaccinations

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), all bodily fluids should be considered _______. In particular, blood should be handled with extreme care. This is because blood may contain disease-causing microorganisms called bloodborne pathogens.

In order to protect themselves and patients, health care workers must use safety measures, which include following all standard precautions and using aseptic techniques.

When performing venipuncture, should you tell the patient it will be pain free?

True or False: Asepsis is a condition that is free from pathogenic microorganisms. Therefore, aseptic techniques are ways of removing microorganisms and preventing infection in the patient. The following aseptic techniques should be used during blood collection procedures:   

Before puncturing the skin, cleanse the area with an antiseptic solution, such as alcohol.     

Only use sterile lancets and needles to puncture the skin.     

After the procedure, cover the puncture site with a bandage. 

Communication is one of the most important parts of a phlebotomy procedure. Patients are often nervous or fearful about having blood drawn. This nervousness may cause patients to tense up, which can make the procedure more painful. Health care workers can help to calm patients' fears by using good communication skills.

What can the phlebotomist do to ensure the patient feels comforted and assist in calming their fears?