10513111Phlebotomy
Course Information
Description
Provides opportunities for learners to perform routine venipuncture, routine capillary puncture and special collection procedures.
Total Credits
2
Prior Learning Assessment
  • Exam-College Developed Challenge Exam
Course Competencies
  1. Resolve problems related to specimen collection and processing
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    you include all significant specimen collection problem topics
    you include significant characteristics of the problem
    you include steps to resolve the problem
    you utilize correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling

  2. Apply principles of patient test management
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    you collect specimens from the correct patients
    patient identification includes all required components
    you collect the correct specimen for the tests ordered
    you verify the collected specimen against the laboratory orders
    you confirm completeness of laboratory requisition
    you log collected specimens into the laboratory according to procedures

  3. Control incidence of preanalytical variables in specimen collection
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    you define common preanalytical variables
    you identify steps to reduce or eliminate incidence of preanalytical variables
    you identify correct sample collection equipment for the procedure ordered
    you identify correct specimen collection and handling procedures
    you include relevant and necessary details
    your summary is concise
    summary evidences correct grammar, punctuation and spelling

  4. Process laboratory specimens
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    you select correct equipment
    you follow correct procedures
    you perform all critical steps in the right order
    you wear personal protective equipment
    you follow infection prevention and safety procedures

  5. Perform venipuncture
    Assessment Strategies
    by successfully collecting blood specimens using appropriate venipuncture techniques
    Criteria
    you select the correct blood collecting equipment and supplies
    you perform all critical steps in the right order
    you position yourself correctly
    you utilize accepted venipuncture techniques
    you wear personal protective equipment
    you follow infection prevention and safety procedures
    you verbalize an explanation of the process as you perform it
    your explanation presents sound reasoning as you describe the decisions you make throughout the process
    you apply principles of the circulatory system anatomy to the phlebotomy procedure
    you exhibit professional communication, behaviors, and appearance

  6. Perform special blood collection techniques
    Assessment Strategies
    by successfully collecting blood specimens using special collection techniques and equipment
    Criteria
    you select the correct tools, equipment, materials, and supplies
    you perform all critical steps in the right order
    you position yourself correctly
    you perform special procedures using techniques and equipment specified in procedure manual
    you wear personal protective equipment
    you follow infection prevention and safety procedures
    you verbalize an explanation of the process as you perform it
    your explanation presents sound reasoning as you describe the decisions you make throughout the process
    you exhibit professional communication, behaviors, and appearance

  7. Perform capillary puncture
    Assessment Strategies
    by successfully collecting blood specimens using appropriate capillary puncture techniques
    Criteria
    you select the correct blood collecting equipment and supplies
    you perform all critical steps in the right order
    you position yourself correctly
    you utilize accepted capillary puncture techniques
    you wear personal protective equipment
    you follow infection prevention and safety procedures
    you exhibit professional communication, behaviors, and appearance

  8. Explore legal issues related to phlebotomy
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    you explain the Patient Bill of Rights
    you relate HIPAA to phlebotomy practice
    you define legal terms related to the standard of care in phlebotomy

  9. Cultivate skills needed for life and work in our diverse communities
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    you demonstrate an awareness and knowledge of the different cultures in our community
    you use intercultural communication skills and inclusive language