Description
Master practical phlebotomy skills with Phlebotomy: Worktext and Procedures Manual, 5th Edition! Known for its storyboard format of procedures and beautiful illustrations, this hands-on worktext describes all aspects of phlebotomy — with focused and current coverage of lab tests, equipment, safety and collection procedures, emergency situations, special populations, and point-of-care testing. Procedures, outlined with step-by-step instructions and full-color photos, cover core competencies; and a detachable bookmark with color tube guide acts as a handy clinical reference. Learning features focus on clinical scenarios, practice tips, and error prevention.- Right-sized coverage of the full spectrum of phlebotomy practice.- Step-by-step illustrated procedures on essential phlebotomy competencies and techniques.- Exam preparation questions in each chapter help with classroom and board test review.- Clinical scenarios and tips focus on application and real-world workplace challenges and solutions.- Removable bookmark for handy clinical reference to tube color-coding.- OSHA icons in procedures highlight safe and effective practice.- Key terms and acronyms listed at the beginning of each chapter, highlighted in text, and defined in a back-of-book glossary.- Additional online resources – animations, interactive exercises, and an audio glossary.- NEW! Expanded and updated content on new laboratory tests, emergency procedures, job duties, safety, quality assurance, and more.- NEW! Animations focusing on anatomy and physiology help ensure comprehension of foundational content.
Table of Contents
Unit 1: Introduction to Phlebotomy1. Introduction to Phlebotomy2. Health Care Structure3. Safety4. Infection ControlUnit 2: Phlebotomy Basics5. Medical Terminology6. Human Anatomy and Physiology7. Circulatory, Lymphatic, and Immune SystemsUnit 3: Specimen Collection8. Venipuncture Equipment9. Routine Venipuncture 10. Capillary Collection11. Venipuncture Complications12. Blood Collection in Special Populations 13. Arterial Blood Collection14. Special Collections and Procedures 15. Special Nonblood Collection ProceduresUnit 4: Specimen Handling16. Specimen Handling, Transport, and Processing17. Point-of-Care TestingUnit 5: Professional Issues18. Quality Phlebotomy19. Legal Issues in PhlebotomyAppendix A: Metric System MeasurementsAppendix B: Common English-Spanish Phrases for PhlebotomyAppendix C: Competency ChecklistsAppendix D: Common AbbreviationsAppendix E: Mock Certification ExamAppendix F: Answers to Chapter Questions and Mock Certification Exam GlossaryGlossaryIndex
