Phlebotomy & Specimen Collection Program Outline

Program outline:

• Purpose of phlebotomy
• Describe venous anatomy and venipuncture site selection
• Prepare the patient for phlebotomy and specimen collection
• Select equipment for venipuncture and specimen collection
• Illustrate phlebotomy and specimen collection technique
• Explain special considerations during blood culture collection
• Explain the order of draw and specimen collection
• Explain to prevent and manage complications
• Documentation guidelines

Practice phlebotomy and specimen collection on a phlebotomy model.