This course is aimed at those who are currently taking venous blood samples and wish to update their phlebotomy (venepuncture) skills and demonstrate their continuing competence – includes a review of the theory and practice of taking blood from the arm and dorsum of the hand.
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Phlebotomy (Venepuncture) Update
Face to Face | Course
Boroughbury Medical Centre , Craig Street , Peterborough, PE1 2EJ
Funded
Review of:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Reasons for carrying out phlebotomy
- Different methods of phlebotomy
- Identification of veins suitable for phlebotomy
- Contraindications and unsuitable veins
- Potential problems and how to address them
- Relevant policies and procedures
- Equipment used locally
- Assessment of and communication with patients
- Obtaining informed consent
- Health and safety
- Infection control and safe disposal of equipment
- Demonstration of competence on a teaching model
- Appropriate documentation of procedure
- Discussion re: recommended versus actual practice
- Sharing of good practice
Please note that you will need to bring your own refreshments as they are not provided.
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