The Basics of Phlebotomy

Course Code: REL-ACU-0-BOPH

Hours: 0.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Learning Objectives:
Describe evidence-based practices for venipuncture.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Venipuncture Basics

What is Phlebotomy?

Who Performs Venipunctures?

Venipuncture Complications

Venipuncture Supplies

Errors in Venipuncture

Section 3: Venipuncture Procedure

Evidence-Based Guidelines

Venipuncture Overview

Preparation

Applying and Removing the Tourniquet

Site Selection

Cleansing

Puncture of the Vein

Draw Order

Labeling Specimens

Cleanliness

Sharps Precautions

Section 4: Clinical Vignette

Meet Javi

Section 5: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

References

Subject Matter Expert: Cathryn Ayers, RN

Cathryn Ayers, RN, MSN has nearly 10 years of critical care experience. She was active in multiple committees to improve patient safety, executed staff education activities, and managed the new graduate orientation program for those entering intensive care units. Cathryn obtained a license for massage and bodywork therapy in 2012 and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2016 with a Master of Science in Nursing Education. She has provided telephonic case management services and developed program materials to facilitate positive outcomes for people with rare conditions across the United States. Cathryn has a passion for teaching and helping others to be their best.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Clinical Laboratory Personnel; Nurses; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.