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Phlebotomy
Worktext and Procedures Manual
- 6th Edition - May 24, 2024
- Authors: Robin S. Warekois, Richard Robinson
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 3 6 1 0 - 1
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 3 7 0 5 - 4
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Request a sales quote- NEW! Content highlights protocols for enhanced infection control and prevention in light of COVID-19 and other emerging pathogens.
- NEW! Content addresses revised testing protocols, such as for tuberculosis.
- EXPANDED! Certification review questions and practice tests promote enhanced exam readiness.
- Step-by-step illustrated procedures cover essential phlebotomy competencies and techniques.
- Right-sized coverage addresses the full spectrum of phlebotomy practice.
- Competency checklists facilitate self-, peer, and instructor evaluation on clinical procedures progress.
- Clinical scenarios and tips focus on application and real-world workplace challenges and solutions.
- Exam preparation questions in each chapter help with classroom and board test review.
- Mock certification exam features close to 200 multiple-choice questions.
- Anatomy and physiology section provides highly illustrated and in-depth information on body systems.
- Removable bookmark offers handy clinical reference to tube color-coding.
- OSHA icons in procedures highlight safe and effective practice.
- Key terms and abbreviations are listed at the beginning of each chapter, highlighted in text, and defined in a back-of-book glossary for quick reference.
- Evolve resources provide time-saving educator tools and student videos and test preparation.
UNIT 1 Introduction to Phlebotomy
1 Introduction to Phlebotomy
2 Healthcare Structure
3 Safety
4 Infection Control
UNIT 2 Phlebotomy Basics
5 Medical Terminology
6 Human Anatomy and Physiology
7 Circulatory, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
UNIT 3 Specimen Collection
8 Venipuncture Equipment
9 Routine Venipuncture
10 Capillary Collection
11 Preanalytic Variables and Venipuncture Complications
12 Blood Collection in Special Populations
13 Arterial Blood Collection
14 Special Collections and Procedures
15 Special Nonblood Collection Procedures
UNIT 4 Specimen Handling
16 Specimen Handling, Transport, and Processing
17 Point-of-Care Testing
UNIT 5 Professional Issues
18 Quality Phlebotomy
19 Legal Issues in Phlebotomy
APPENDICES
A Metric System Measurements
B Common English-Spanish Phrases for Phlebotomy
C Competency Checklists
D Common Abbreviations
E Mock Certification Examination
F Answers to Chapter Questions and Mock Certification Examination
Glossary
Index
1 Introduction to Phlebotomy
2 Healthcare Structure
3 Safety
4 Infection Control
UNIT 2 Phlebotomy Basics
5 Medical Terminology
6 Human Anatomy and Physiology
7 Circulatory, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems
UNIT 3 Specimen Collection
8 Venipuncture Equipment
9 Routine Venipuncture
10 Capillary Collection
11 Preanalytic Variables and Venipuncture Complications
12 Blood Collection in Special Populations
13 Arterial Blood Collection
14 Special Collections and Procedures
15 Special Nonblood Collection Procedures
UNIT 4 Specimen Handling
16 Specimen Handling, Transport, and Processing
17 Point-of-Care Testing
UNIT 5 Professional Issues
18 Quality Phlebotomy
19 Legal Issues in Phlebotomy
APPENDICES
A Metric System Measurements
B Common English-Spanish Phrases for Phlebotomy
C Competency Checklists
D Common Abbreviations
E Mock Certification Examination
F Answers to Chapter Questions and Mock Certification Examination
Glossary
Index
- No. of pages: 400
- Language: English
- Edition: 6
- Published: May 24, 2024
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323936101
- eBook ISBN: 9780323937054
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Robin S. Warekois
Robin Warekois is a Medical Technologist with more than 20 years’ experience working in the clinical laboratory testing environment. She is a founding author of Phlebotomy: Worktext and Procedures Manual.
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Medical Technologist Customer Service Lab Corp of America Tampa, Florida UNITED STATESRR
Richard Robinson
Richard Robinson is a scientific and technical writer with 25 years of experience translating complex scientific concepts into approachable content for students and laypersons. When he’s not writing, Richard is also co-owner of Hopestill Farm, a certified organic farm outside Boston specializing in seasonal produce, community-supported agriculture, and Christmas trees.
Affiliations and expertise
Scientific and Technical Writer Sherborn, Massachusetts UNITED STATES