This course is aimed at those who are currently taking venous blood samples and wish to update their phlebotomy (venepuncture) skills.

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 on a teaching model
  • Appropriate documentation of procedure
  • Discussion re: recommended versus actual practice
  • Sharing of good practice

This webinar is being delivered via Zoom.

To Book

  • Make a booking through the website
  • You will receive an invitation via e-mail from the Training Hub to register the day before the event.
  • Once you have done this Zoom will then send you the link to the meeting