PDF-(READ)-Phlebotomy Handbook: Blood Collection Essentials (5th Edition)

This updated text on blood collection includes expanded sections on legal issues and specimen collection for forensic toxicology workplace testing and sports medicine A colour atlas includes diagrams of the cardiovascular system. Blood Specimen Collection. Capillary Puncture. Most common capillary puncture sites for adults is the finger (fleshy pad of middle or ring finger) on nondominant hand, off center. Earlobe is also common puncture site for adults. Identify the Patient. Assess the patient’s physical . disposition . (i.e. fasting. , stressed). Check the requisition form for requested tests, patient information and any special requirements.. Select suitable site.. . Phlebotomy. What is Phlebotomy. Venipuncture. is the act of puncturing a vein with a needle. Thrombophlebitis. . is the inflammation of a vein with blood clot formation. Thrombus. a blood clot. Hemolysis. is the breaking of blood cells. A Davis\'s Notes book! This pocket-sized reference provides quick access to important phlebotomy information. Clinically focused, it\'s the perfect guide to collecting, transporting, and processing quality blood specimens for laboratory testing. The write-on/wipe-off pages feature a dedicated space where you can fill in the specific requirements for evacuated tubes, instrumentation, and analytical procedures for two different locations. This updated Third Edition provides accurate, practical information and instruction in phlebotomy procedures and techniques with a comprehensive background in theory and principles. This new edition reflects the latest NCCLS guidelines for venipuncture and skin puncture, new safety issues and equipment, NAACLS competencies, lab computerization information, legal issues, and diagnostic tests of the most current testing protocols. Learning aids include a comprehensive glossary, detailed index, list of procedures, and study and review questions as well as case studies that cover many pertinent issues.An Instructor\'s Resource Guide on CD-ROM includes a chapter lesson planner, NAACLS competencies, learning objectives, suggested lab activities, media resources, Power Point lecture slides, and a testbank. A Davis\'s Notes book!This pocket-sized reference provides great information on phlebotomy techniques, with nice summaries of procedures with many photos and illustrations. It is ideal for clinical rotations, for quick review of coursework, and to study in preparation for your certification exam.The write-on/wipe-off pages feature a dedicated space where you can fill in the specific requirements for evacuated tubes, instrumentation, and analytical procedures for two different locations. Clinically focused, it\'s the perfect guide to collecting, transporting, and processing quality blood specimens for laboratory testing.Essential Pocket Guide for Phlebotomy! It has a lot of information, with step-by-step instructions with pictures. This is essential if you will be doing any phlebotomy of any kind. - Pamela O., Amazon ReviewerGreat resource. Love this book! While doing my externship this book was recommended to me. I am very glad that I ordered it. It includes labs and the corresponding tube colors which is something I needed. It is wipeable and will fit in the pocket of my scrubs. I have already recommended it to the other students who were in class with me. - T.S, Amazon ReviewerPhlebotomist Must Have! These Phlebotomy Notes were very helpful overviewing all key notes for my Exam and while doing my Clinicals, very easy to navigate. Will continue to use it through my Career in Phlebotomy. - Cali, Amazon Reviewer The Student Workbook for Phlebotomy Essentials, Seventh Edition is designed to be used in combination with the seventh edition of the Phlebotomy Essentials textbook as a valuable learning resource that will help the student master the principles of phlebotomy by reinforcing key concepts and procedures covered in the textbook. The workbook offers a variety of exercises and tools to make it easy and fun for the student to understand and remember essential information and enhance critical thinking skills. The Workbook provides students with chapter-by-chapter exercises to reinforce text material, assessment tools to evaluate their skills, realistic scenarios to gauge their grasp of key concepts, and skills logs to chart their progress. It also includes key terms matching exercises, chapter review questions, crossword puzzles, skill and knowledge drills, requisition activities, case studies, and procedure evaluation forms. A Davis\'s Notes book! This pocket-sized reference provides quick access to important phlebotomy information. Clinically focused, it\'s the perfect guide to collecting, transporting, and processing quality blood specimens for laboratory testing. The write-on/wipe-off pages feature a dedicated space where you can fill in the specific requirements for evacuated tubes, instrumentation, and analytical procedures for two different locations. Phlebotomy Exam Review thoroughly prepares students for any of the national certification exams. This product follows the latest accreditation guidelines with questions following current safety standards and accrediting competencies. Questions sections in this book follows the same chapter organization as the textbook, Phlebotomy Essentials , Seventh edition, making it an ideal study companion. This updated Third Edition provides accurate, practical information and instruction in phlebotomy procedures and techniques with a comprehensive background in theory and principles. This new edition reflects the latest NCCLS guidelines for venipuncture and skin puncture, new safety issues and equipment, NAACLS competencies, lab computerization information, legal issues, and diagnostic tests of the most current testing protocols. Learning aids include a comprehensive glossary, detailed index, list of procedures, and study and review questions as well as case studies that cover many pertinent issues.An Instructor\'s Resource Guide on CD-ROM includes a chapter lesson planner, NAACLS competencies, learning objectives, suggested lab activities, media resources, Power Point lecture slides, and a testbank. This concise book is designed to train students in phlebotomy. The updated text incorporates information which helps the phlebotomist become a patient service technician, moving them away from the laboratory setting and into bedside health care. By providing information on multi-skill training, the text helps prepare students for future responsibilities. TUBE. EXAMPLES OF COMMON TESTS. LABORATORY USE. GOLD. COMPREHENSIVE METABOLIC, LIPID, HEPATIC FUNCTION, PRENATAL, RENAL FUNCTION, TSH,IRON,HIV AG/AB, GTT, SYPHILIS SCREEN, PSA.  . FOR SERUM DETERMINATIONS IN CHEMISTRY. MAY BE USED FOR ROUTINE BLOOD DONOR SCREENING AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OF SERUM FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASE.. Diana Garza • Kathleen Becan-McBride. Pearson Education. Copyright 2005. Phlebotomy Handbook. Blood Collection Essentials. Seventh Edition. Diana Garza. Kathleen Becan-McBride. Chapter Six. Safety and First Aid .