F.A. Davis Company

“The authors provide some excellent tools for teaching a venipuncture class though small, is complete in its coverage of topics related to phlebotomy. The unit on blood collection and venipuncture equipment is very thorough. . . ”—Respiratory Care, review of the 1st Edition.

Perfect for intensive one- or two-day phlebotomy courses! This user-friendly text concentrates on the crucial skills of blood specimen collection. . . making it a cost-effective, compact learning tool for cross training and continuing education.

• Discusses the basics, including. . . • types of blood specimens • blood collection equipment • vein selection and alternate sites • types of collection tubes and the purpose of anticoagulants • the order of draw • test-specific handling • complications and remedies • storage and transportation conditions
• Covers blood specimen collection equipment, including safety devices and technical procedures for venipuncture and dermal puncture.
• Features a self-assessment exam that meets the requirements for continuing education protocols.
• Complies with the standards set by OSHA, the JCAHO, and the National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards.
• Includes a color tube guide.

2. Venipuncture Equipment

3. Routine Venipuncture

4. Complications and Additional Techniques

5. Special Venipuncture Collection

6. Dermal Puncture

Appendices

1. Unit Lecture Outlines

2. Comprehensive Test

3. Laboratory Tests and the Required Types of Anticoagulants and Volume of Blood Required

4. IV Access: Flush Protocols

5. Clinical Correlations of Blood Tests Related to Body Systems

6. Answer Keys

• New chapters on IV Insertion and Central Venous Catherter, and Point of Care testing. and Point of Care testing.
• Updated photography program.
• Updated content.