AIM

To provide an introduction to phlebotomy covering general issues such as health and safety, professional responsibility and a practical session.

OBJECTIVES

• Review of the anatomy of the arm.
• Discuss infection control and health and safety.
• Outline reasons for and complications of this invasive procedure.
• Identify accurate vein selection and demonstration of correct technique, choice of equipment and procedure.
• Legal and professional responsibilities.
• Practical skills technique workshop - clinical skills manikin and human arm.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course delegates should be able to:

• Understand anatomy and physiology and correct vein selection.
• Identify and describe equipment used for routine blood withdrawals.
• Describe and utilize the required steps to perform routine blood withdrawal.
• Describe actions that ensure safety and understand relevant professional and legal issues.
• Identify suitable vein selection and identify factors influencing this.
• Practice safely in terms of infection control and waste management.
• Recognise any complications arising and be able to take the appropriate action.

AIM

To provide an introduction to phlebotomy covering general issues such as health and safety, professional responsibility and a practical session.

OBJECTIVES

• Review of the anatomy of the arm.
• Discuss infection control and health and safety.
• Outline reasons for and complications of this invasive procedure.
• Identify accurate vein selection and demonstration of correct technique, choice of equipment and procedure.
• Legal and professional responsibilities.
• Practical skills technique workshop - clinical skills manikin and human arm.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course delegates should be able to:

• Understand anatomy and physiology and correct vein selection.
• Identify and describe equipment used for routine blood withdrawals.
• Describe and utilize the required steps to perform routine blood withdrawal.
• Describe actions that ensure safety and understand relevant professional and legal issues.
• Identify suitable vein selection and identify factors influencing this.
• Practice safely in terms of infection control and waste management.
• Recognise any complications arising and be able to take the appropriate action.