Health Care Professionals
Drawing a Blood Specimen (2hrs)
Credits: 2
Category: Infusion Therapy
Learn about the anatomy of the venous system, equipment, and safety and infection control practices used in Phlebotomy (the act of drawing a blood specimen). Class time includes demonstrations on drawing blood from a peripheral vein, central venous access devices, and capillary system (finger/heel stick). Complications that may result from a blood draw and how to handle them will also be discussed.
- Contact hours will be awarded to all participants
- Special large group class arrangements on request
Objectives: Following the presentation the participant will be able to;
1. Identify safety and infectioncontrol practices with drawing blood.
2. Identify the anatomy of the venous system.
3. Identify equipment used for drawing blood.
4. Demonstrate drawing blood from a peripheral vein.
5. Demonstrate drawing blood from central venous access devices.
6. Demonstrate drawing blood from the capillary system (finger/heel stick).
7. Identify complications from a blood draw and troubleshooting techniques.
