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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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