Genre
: Medical, Reference
Authors
: Kathryn Almquist, Kathryn Almquist (Stawicki, Jacqueline)
Features
: BarCharts Publishing, Incorporated, book
Our best-selling comprehensive 6 page laminated guide is the perfect resource to help phlebotomy (venipuncture) students understand those procedures that enable blood draw/testing to be safe and comfortable for patients. Different forms of testing, equipment and other aspects of phlebotomy are explored in detail. Includes easy-to-read tables and diagrams. Each section features "The Phlebotomist Knows" summary of critical points, set off graphically for easy reference. Topics covered includes: Overview - Routine Venipuncture - How Phlebotomy is Performed - Types of Specimens - Common Blood Tests - Common Chemistry Tests & Panels - Table of Test Types & Purpose - Blood Collection BasicsTourniquetsGlovesNeedlesEvacuated Blood Collection Tubes - Tube Additives - Order of Blood Draw - Order of Blood Draw - Glossary of Phlebotomy Terminology