Description: This dynamic, full-color book presents all of the information you need to perform phlebotomy skills expertly. Whether new to the medical field or cross training from another Allied Health profession, Phlebotomy Technician Specialist is versatile enough to be used by learners and medical professionals that have not previously performed phlebotomy procedures.
Two separate chapters on point-of-care testing separate enhanced skills such as taking a patient's vital signs, temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressures from specialized testing such as hematocrits, hemoglobins, blood pressure, coagulation studies, pregnancy testing and other point-of-care tests for more thorough coverage. With an approach that emphasizes the importance of customer service, this book helps facilitate a smooth transition between educational and work environments. Product Benefits: - Unique emphasis on medical terminology specific to the phlebotomy profession includes word prefixes, suffixes and combining forms. Key terms lists with definitions and pronunciations are provided throughout the text.
- A complete chapter on anatomy and physiology provides an overview of each body system.
- Review exercises at the end of each chapter allow for self-review of the concepts and skills explained throughout the text.
- Did you know?? boxes provide tips, concepts, and other helpful information relevant to the day-to-day duties of phlebotomists.
Table of Contents: CHAPTER ONE: Introduction to Phlebotomy CHAPTER TWO: Medical Terminology CHAPTER THREE: Anatomy and Physiology - An Overview CHAPTER FOUR: Infection Control - Safety Procedures CHAPTER FIVE: Documentation CHAPTER SIX: Vital Signs CHAPTER SEVEN: Electrocardiography CHAPTER EIGHT: Blood Collection Equipment and Supplies CHAPTER NINE: Collection by Capillary Puncture CHAPTER TEN: Collection by Routine Venipuncture CHAPTER ELEVEN: Complications CHAPTER TWELVE: Specialized Phlebotomy Techniques CHAPTER THIRTEEN: Point-of-Care Testing CHAPTER FOURTEEN:Laboratory Tests CHAPTER FIFTEEN: Professional Communication Skills |