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: Laboratory Personnel; Nursing Personnel; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.